Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
compactum
ID:
862872

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss. & Heldr.) Holub

Source:
wcs

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 5: 436 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000862207

Common Names

  • Danthoniastrum compactum
  • Compact Danthoniastrum
  • Compact Wiregrass

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Description

Danthoniastrum compactum (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

Danthoniastrum compactum 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

Flowers of Danthoniastrum compactum are small, yellow-green and clustered in a panicle. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are slender and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Danthoniastrum compactum: Danthoniastrum compactum 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 Danthoniastrum compactum

Danthoniastrum compactum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Danthoniastrum compactum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Danthoniastrum compactum?

Danthoniastrum compactum

What is the family of Danthoniastrum compactum?

Poaceae

Where is Danthoniastrum compactum 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

Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:397793-1: 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].