Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
glaucescens
ID:
637591

Status:
valid

Authors:
Decne.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 20: 51 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000636923

Common Names

  • Dais glaucescens
  • Glaucous Dais
  • Glaucous Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Dais madagascariensis Bojer ex Meisn. [unknown]
  • Dais rhamnifolia Baill. [unknown]
  • Lasiosiphon rhamnifolius Baker [unknown]

Description

Dais glaucescens (also called Pampas Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 2 m in height and has long, feathery leaves. It grows in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Dais glaucescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dais glaucescens are small, white, and borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dais glaucescens can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a sunny or partially shaded location.

Where to Find Dais glaucescens

Dais glaucescens is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.

Dais glaucescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dais glaucescens?

Dais glaucescens

What is the common name of Dais glaucescens?

Glaucous Dais

What is the natural habitat of Dais glaucescens?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in South America.

Species in the Dais genus

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

References