Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
secundiflora
ID:
862793

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Presl

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Reliq. Haenk. 1: 255 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000862128

Common Names

  • Danthonia Secundiflora
  • One-sided Oatgrass
  • One-sided Needlegrass

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Description

Danthonia secundiflora (also called Secund 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 secundiflora is used as a forage grass for livestock, as well as for erosion control and as a ground cover in gardens. It is also used in landscaping, as it is a low-maintenance grass that requires little water and is tolerant of drought and cold.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Danthonia secundiflora sub. secundiflora
Danthonia secundiflora sub. mattheii C.M.Baeza

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Danthonia secundiflora is a small, yellow-green flower head with a single floret. The seed of this plant is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Danthonia secundiflora are small, green, and have a single, slender leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Danthonia secundiflora is a perennial grass that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a slow-growing plant and can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It is an evergreen grass and can be mowed to maintain its shape.

Where to Find Danthonia secundiflora

Danthonia secundiflora is native to Australia and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Danthonia secundiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Danthonia secundiflora?

Danthonia secundiflora

What is the common name of Danthonia secundiflora?

Secund Oatgrass

What is the habitat of Danthonia secundiflora?

Dry, rocky or sandy soils in 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

Jan Svatopluk Presl (1791-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Presl' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:397730-1: 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].