Silky Wild Oat Grass
Danthonia sericea
Description:
Grows in dry, open, sandy areas. Similar to D. spicata. Flowers and fruits at the same time, in the spring and summer.
Plant Overview:
| Other Common Names: | Downy Danthonia |
| Plant Family: | Poaceae |
| Plant Duration: | Perennial |
| Plant Type: | Graminoids/Grasses |
| Bloom Time: | Early May to July |
| Fruit Timing: | Early May to July |
| Global and State Rank: | G5, S5 |
| Commercially available landscape plant? | No |
Soil Characteristics: | |
| Soil Type: | Sandy |
| Soil Moisture: | Dry |
Light Needs: | |
| Opitmal Light: | Partial shade |
| Light Range: | Partial Shade |
Water Needs of Plant: | |
| Soil Moisture: | Dry |
