Dallis grass (Paspalum dilatatum)
Dallis grass, also known as Water grass, Caterpillar grass, Hairy flowered paspalum, Bastard millet grass, Golden crown grass, Leichhardt grass, Water paspalum
Dallis grass (Paspalum dilatatum) is a grass that could serve as a food source for many birds - particularly the long-tailed widowbird. On the stalks grow prodigious numbers of seeds, which enable its fast spread. Dallis grass is considered an invasive species in many places outside its home range. Once established, it is very hard to eradicate.
Key Facts About Dallis grass
Attributes of Dallis grass
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Height
50 cm to 1.5 m
Spread
60 cm
Leaf Color
Green Red
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
Yellow Green Brown Black Gold
Scientific Classification of Dallis grass
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Poales
Family
Grass
Genus
Paspalum
Species
Dallis grass