Key Features:

• Scientific Name: Ophiopogon japonicus Nana

• Common Name: Dwarf Mondo Grass

• Growth Height: 5-10 cm (2-4 inches)

• Leaf Color: Dark green

• Light Requirement: Low to moderate

• Not True Aquatic: Unsuitable for long-term aquarium use

• Unsuitable for Aquariums:

  While Dwarf Mondo Grass is sometimes used as a live aquarium ornament due to its ability to survive underwater for a short period, it is not a true aquatic plant. It will eventually die if kept submerged for more than a month, making it unsuitable for long-term use in aquariums.

  Ideal for Terrariums:

  Dwarf Mondo Grass is an excellent choice for terrariums, thriving in both closed, sealed terrariums with high humidity and open-top terrariums with lower humidity. Its dense, grass-like clumps create a lush, green ground cover that adds texture and visual appeal to your terrarium setup.

  Care and Maintenance:

  To keep your Dwarf Mondo Grass healthy and vibrant:

  • Light: Prefers low to moderate light; avoid direct, intense lighting

  • Humidity: Adapts well to both high and low humidity environments

  • Watering: Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged; avoid letting the roots sit in standing water

  • Temperature: Prefers moderate temperatures, typical of indoor environments

  • Uses:

    • Terrariums: Ideal for creating lush, green ground cover

    • Japanese Gardens: Perfect for adding texture and contrast

    • Decorative Planting: Great for potted arrangements and indoor plant displays

    • Dwarf Mondo Grass is a versatile and attractive plant that adds beauty and texture to terrariums and other decorative plantings. Its compact size and dense growth make it an excellent choice for enhancing your indoor garden environment. Whether used to create a serene terrarium landscape or add a touch of greenery to a Japanese garden, Dwarf Mondo Grass is sure to impress.

      • Sold as loose Bare-root Plants, Bunched Plants, or Potted plants
      • Bare-root plants | 1 rooted, loose plant

      • Bunched plants | 1-2 rooted plants bundle with foam, and lead weight

      • Potted plants | 1-2 rooted plants potted with net pot and rock wool

      • Disclaimer: Pictures are not the actual plants you will receive, but a sample representation. Unless specific, we don t guarantee aquatic plants will be free of pests, pesticides, grow emerged, or submerge. 

        Scientific Name		Ophipogon japonicus Kyoto Dwarf
        Synonyms		Ophiopogon japonicus Nana  Ophipogon japonica
        Common Name		Dwarf Mondo Grass
        Type		Rosette
        Size		Generally small, with rosettes reaching about 2 to 4 inches (5 to 10 cm) in diameter
        Temperature		Prefers cool to moderate temperatures. Can tolerate slight frost, but extreme cold should be avoided
        Native Habitat		Boggy, acidic environments across the Northern Hemisphere, including Europe, Asia, and North America
        Water		Keep the soil consistently moist
        Humidity		Thrives in high humidity environments. Consider using a humidity tray or growing in a terrarium if the ambient humidity is low
        Soil		Ideal mix is a combination of sphagnum moss and sand to mimic its natural bog environment
        Lighting Requirements		Prefers full sun to partial shade. Ensure it receives at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily

         

        Additional information

        Semi Aquatic Plants	Bare-root Plants, Bunched Plants, Potted Plants

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