Diplachne fusca - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Stapf
Source:
wcs
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 7: 591 1900
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000864840
Common Names
- Diplachne fusca
- Dusky Wiregrass
- Dusky Fescue
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diplachne fusca (also called brown slough grass, among many other common names) is an annual grass species native to South America. It has a short, tufted stem and long, flat leaves. It grows in moist, sandy soils and can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wetland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Diplachne fusca is used as a forage crop for livestock, and as a source of fiber for making paper and textiles. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diplachne fusca is a small, yellowish-green spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown caryopsis. The seedlings are slender and have a single leaf with a long ligule.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diplachne fusca is a perennial grass native to South America. It is a low-growing grass with a spreading habit and can reach up to 1 foot in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. The seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot in the garden. Division can be done in early spring or autumn.
Where to Find Diplachne fusca
Diplachne fusca is native to South America and can be found in moist, sandy soils.
Diplachne fusca FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diplachne fusca?
Diplachne fusca
What is the family of Diplachne fusca?
Poaceae
Where is Diplachne fusca found?
It is found in South Africa.
Species in the Diplachne genus
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-409818: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.