Monachather paradoxus
Bandicoot Grass, Broadleaf Wandarrie Grass
Other regional names: Mulga Oat
- Mulga Oat
Also known as: Danthonia bipartita F.Muell.
- Danthonia bipartita F.Muell.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Poaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Monachather paradoxus (commonly known as Bandicoot Grass or Broadleaf Wandarrie Grass) is a grass belonging to the Poaceae family. Indigenous to Australasia, this species is primarily associated with desert or dry shrubland conditions. It is the only recognized species within its genus.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AUSTRALASIA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Australia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia