Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
holm-nielsenii
ID:
862626

Status:
valid

Authors:
Laegaard

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador 57: 17 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000861961

Common Names

  • Holm-nielsenii Oatgrass
  • Slender Oatgrass
  • Holm-Nielsen's Oatgrass

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Description

Danthonia holm-nielsenii (also called Holm-Nielsen's oat grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Danthonia holm-nielsenii is used as a turf grass, for erosion control, and as a forage grass. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Danthonia holm-nielsenii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, grass-like plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Danthonia holm-nielsenii is a perennial grass native to Australia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and division can be done in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Danthonia holm-nielsenii

Danthonia holm-nielsenii is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Danthonia holm-nielsenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Danthonia holm-nielsenii?

Danthonia holm-nielsenii

What is the common name of Danthonia holm-nielsenii?

Holm-Nielsen's wallaby grass

Where does Danthonia holm-nielsenii grow?

Danthonia holm-nielsenii grows in Australia

Species in the Poaceae family

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References

Simon Laegaard (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Laegaard' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:314846-2: 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].