Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
domingensis
ID:
862565

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hack. & Pilg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 6: 1 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000861900

Common Names

  • Danthonia domingensis
  • Domingo Danthonia
  • Domingo Wallaby Grass

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Description

Danthonia domingensis (also called Domingo Wallaby Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to Australia. It has a tufted habit and grows up to 40 cm in height, with a spread of up to 40 cm. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and heathlands, and is tolerant of a wide range of soils.

Uses & Benefits

Danthonia domingensis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a soil amendment.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Danthonia domingensis sub. obtorta (Chase) Conert
Danthonia domingensis sub. shrevei (Britton) Conert
Danthonia domingensis sub. domingensis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Danthonia domingensis is a small, yellow-green, spike-like inflorescence. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped caryopsis. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Danthonia domingensis is best done by planting seeds or cuttings in well-draining soil. The plant prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division or by cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a potting mix. Water regularly and keep the soil moist. The plant will flower in the summer months.

Where to Find Danthonia domingensis

Danthonia domingensis can be found in the Northern Hemisphere, in areas such as Europe, Asia, and North America.

Danthonia domingensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Danthonia domingensis?

Danthonia domingensis

What is the common name of Danthonia domingensis?

Domingo wallaby grass

What is the habitat of Danthonia domingensis?

It is found in open woodland, grassland, and heathland

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Robert Knud Friedrich Pilger (1876-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pilg.' in the authors string.
Eduard Hackel (1850-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hack.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:76622-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].