Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.B.Phipps) Clayton
Source:
wcs
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 21: 123 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000862229
Common Names
- Danthoniopsis parva
- Small Velvetgrass
- Velvetgrass
Description
Danthoniopsis parva (also called small oatgrass, among many other common names) is a species of grass in the Poaceae family. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and grows in dry, open areas. It is a perennial grass that can reach heights of up to 60 cm. Its leaves are linear and have a rough texture. Its flowers are small and yellow.
Uses & Benefits
Danthoniopsis parva is used as an ornamental grass and is also used in erosion control and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Danthoniopsis parva is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Danthoniopsis parva 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 parva
Danthoniopsis parva can be found in South Africa.
Danthoniopsis parva FAQ
What is the scientific name of Danthoniopsis parva?
Danthoniopsis parva
What is the common name of Danthoniopsis parva?
Small oatgrass
What type of plant is Danthoniopsis parva?
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:397812-1: 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].