Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
chimanimaniensis
ID:
862881

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.B.Phipps) Clayton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1967

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000862216



Common Names

  • Danthoniopsis chimanimaniensis
  • Chimanimani Danthoniopsis
  • Chimanimani Wiregrass


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Description

Danthoniopsis chimanimaniensis (also called Slender Wallaby-grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Zimbabwe. It has narrow, flat leaves and grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Danthoniopsis chimanimaniensis is used as a forage grass for livestock, as well as for erosion control, soil stabilization, and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Danthoniopsis chimanimaniensis is a small, yellow-green spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown caryopsis. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Danthoniopsis chimanimaniensis 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 chimanimaniensis

Danthoniopsis chimanimaniensis can be found in Zimbabwe.

Danthoniopsis chimanimaniensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Danthoniopsis chimanimaniensis?

Danthoniopsis chimanimaniensis

What is the common name of Danthoniopsis chimanimaniensis?

Chimanimani oatgrass

What type of plant is Danthoniopsis chimanimaniensis?

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

William Derek Clayton (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Clayton' in the authors string.
James Bird Phipps (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Phipps' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:397801-1: 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].