Status:
valid
Authors:
(Nees) C.E.Hubb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1934: 435 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000862212
Common Names
- Danthoniopsis barbata
- Bearded Danthoniopsis
- Bearded Wiregrass
Description
Danthoniopsis barbata (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
Danthoniopsis barbata 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 Danthoniopsis barbata 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Danthoniopsis barbata is a perennial grass native to South Africa. It is best grown in full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer and should be kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Danthoniopsis barbata
Danthoniopsis barbata can be found in South Africa.
Danthoniopsis barbata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Danthoniopsis barbata?
Danthoniopsis barbata
What is the common name of Danthoniopsis barbata?
Bearded oatgrass
What type of plant is Danthoniopsis barbata?
Grass
Species in the Danthoniopsis genus
Danthoniopsis acutigluma,
Danthoniopsis aptera,
Danthoniopsis barbata,
Danthoniopsis chevalieri,
Danthoniopsis chimanimaniensis,
Danthoniopsis dinteri,
Danthoniopsis lignosa,
Danthoniopsis parva,
Danthoniopsis petiolata,
Danthoniopsis pruinosa,
Danthoniopsis ramosa,
Danthoniopsis scopulorum,
Danthoniopsis simulans,
Danthoniopsis stocksii,
Danthoniopsis viridis,
Danthoniopsis wasaensis,
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:397798-1: 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].