Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parryi
ID:
862717

Status:
valid

Authors:
Scribn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 21: 133 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000862052

Common Names

  • Danthonia Parryi
  • Fairy Grass
  • Mountain Oat Grass

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Description

Danthonia parryi (also called Parry's Wallaby-grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Australia and New Zealand. It has narrow leaves and a slender, wiry stem. It typically grows in open grasslands, woodlands, and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Danthonia parryi is used as a forage crop for livestock, as well as for erosion control and as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Danthonia parryi is a small, yellow-green inflorescence with a single spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped grain. The seedling is a small, green, grass-like plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Danthonia parryi: Danthonia parryi is a perennial grass native to Australia. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of soils and climates. It is best grown in full sun and can tolerate some shade. It prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny position. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Danthonia parryi

Danthonia parryi can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Danthonia parryi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Danthonia parryi?

Danthonia parryi

What is the common name of Danthonia parryi?

Parry's Oatgrass

What is the habitat of Danthonia parryi?

Dry open woodlands, grasslands, and shrublands

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

Frank Lamson-Scribner (1851-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scribn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:76649-2: 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].