Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
montevidensis
ID:
862680

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hack. & Arechav.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Anales Mus. Nac. Montevideo 1: 369 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000862015

Common Names

  • Montevidensis Wiregrass
  • Montevidensis Danthonia
  • Montevidensis Grass

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Description

Danthonia montevidensis (also called Montevideo oat grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to South America. It grows in dry grasslands and rocky slopes, and is characterized by its tufted habit and narrow, linear leaves with a white, woolly coating.

Uses & Benefits

Danthonia montevidensis is used as an ornamental grass in gardens, as well as for erosion control and as a cover crop. It is also used in the production of hay and forage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Danthonia montevidensis is a small, yellowish-white flower head. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, and the seedling is a small, grass-like plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Danthonia montevidensis is a perennial grass that is native to South America. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring or late fall and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or fall and the divisions should be planted immediately.

Where to Find Danthonia montevidensis

Danthonia montevidensis can be found in South America.

Danthonia montevidensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Danthonia montevidensis?

Danthonia montevidensis

What is the common name of Danthonia montevidensis?

Montevideo danthonia

What is the natural habitat of Danthonia montevidensis?

Grassy woodlands and open forests

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

José Arechavaleta (1838-1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arechav.' 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:76644-2: 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].