liriope

noun li·ri·ope \ lə-ˈrī-ə-(ˌ)pē \

Definition of liriope

: any of a genus (Liriope) of stemless Asian herbs of the lily family that are widely cultivated as ground cover for their grasslike leaves and small white, blue, or violet flowers

Recent Examples of liriope from the Web

Popular, low-maintenance liriope fills a space and will occasionally flower.

— kenneth setzer, miamiherald, "When grass or gravel won't do, these plants are easy and attractive ground cover | Miami Herald," 24 May 2018
Creeping liriope (Liriope spicata), often used as a ground cover, can spread aggressively.

— beth botts, chicagotribune.com, "Pair bold perennials with slender sorts for visual interest," 1 May 2017

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