Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
ramosa
ID:
862900

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Stapf) Clayton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 21: 123 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000862235

Common Names

  • Danthoniopsis ramosa
  • Branched Velvetgrass
  • Velvetgrass

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Description

Danthoniopsis ramosa (also called Branched 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

Danthoniopsis ramosa 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 ramosa is small and yellow, with a single pistil and three stamens. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a thin coating. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Danthoniopsis ramosa 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 ramosa

Danthoniopsis ramosa can be found in South Africa.

Danthoniopsis ramosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Danthoniopsis ramosa?

Danthoniopsis ramosa

What is the common name of Danthoniopsis ramosa?

Branched oatgrass

What type of plant is Danthoniopsis ramosa?

Grass

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

Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.
William Derek Clayton (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Clayton' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:397817-1: 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].