Fauna
Plant · GBIF taxon 5549949

Liriope

Liriope muscari

Also known as Big Blue Lilyturf, Lilyturf, Border Grass, Monkey Grass

Lilyturf forms arching tufts of dark evergreen foliage that resemble lush forest grasses throughout the year. Dense spikes of violet to lavender blossoms arise from the center of each clump in late summer, giving way to glossy black berries by autumn. Drought tolerant and adaptable, this hardy perennial thrives in deep shade where few other flowering plants survive.

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Not EvaluatedConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXNot Evaluated — not placed on the risk ladderRed List categories, explained →
Key facts
Diet & prey
  • Autotrophic (Photosynthetic)
Predators
  • Slugs
  • Snails
  • Deer
ThreatsInvasive spread into wild areas, slug damage
HabitatsWoodlands, shaded slopes, garden borders, urban landscapes
Life span10–20+ years
Classification
  1. OrderAsparagales
  2. FamilyAsparagaceae
  3. GenusLiriope
  4. SpeciesLiriope muscari
Range & activity
Range data is not available yet.
Safe observation
Interaction riskHigh
  1. Low
  2. Moderate
  3. High
  4. Very high
Why interaction risk is high
Berries and foliage are mildly toxic to pets if ingested; wild berries have toxic look-alikes.
Responsible observation
  • Garden Placement: Position in partial to full shade with well-draining soil for optimal growth.
  • Spring Maintenance: Shear old foliage back to ground level in late winter before new shoots appear.
  • Containment: Monitor plantings near woodland borders to prevent accidental escape into wild areas.
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