Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.E.Hubb.) Clayton
Source:
wcs
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 21: 123 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000862238
Common Names
- Danthoniopsis simulans
- Simulans Velvetgrass
- Velvetgrass
Description
Danthoniopsis simulans (also called Similar wallaby grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to Australia, New Zealand, and South America. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Danthoniopsis simulans 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 simulans 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Danthoniopsis simulans 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 simulans
Danthoniopsis simulans can be found in South Africa.
Danthoniopsis simulans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Danthoniopsis simulans?
Danthoniopsis simulans
What is the common name of Danthoniopsis simulans?
Simulating oatgrass
What type of plant is Danthoniopsis simulans?
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:397819-1: 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].