Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
unispicata
ID:
862856

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thurb.) Munro ex Macoun

Source:
wcs

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Cat. Canad. Pl. 2(4): 215 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000862191

Common Names

  • Danthonia unispicata
  • One-spiked Wiregrass
  • One-spiked Oatgrass

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Description

Danthonia unispicata (also called Slender Wallaby-grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Australia and New Zealand. It has narrow, flat leaves and grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Danthonia unispicata is used as a forage grass for livestock, as well as for erosion control, soil stabilization, and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Danthonia unispicata is a small, yellow-green spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown caryopsis. The seedlings are slender and erect, with a single leaf blade.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Danthonia unispicata: Danthonia unispicata is a perennial grass that is native to South America. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be propagated by seed or division. It can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Danthonia unispicata

Danthonia unispicata can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Danthonia unispicata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Danthonia unispicata?

Danthonia unispicata

What is the family of Danthonia unispicata?

Poaceae

Where is Danthonia unispicata found?

South America

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

John Macoun (1831-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Macoun' in the authors string.
William Munro (1818-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Munro' in the authors string.
George Thurber (1821-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thurb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:76666-2: 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].