Dichelachne micrantha

Dichelachne

Poaceae

Native Plants

Zone 9–11

🐾 Pet-Safe

This New Zealand native grass prefers partial shade and consistent moisture. Ideal for naturalized areas, woodland gardens, or as groundcover in cooler climates. Requires regular watering and benefits from protection from intense afternoon sun.

Care Requirements

Care Level

Moderate

Sun

Partial Shade

Water

Moderate

Growth Rate

Moderate

Mature Height

12″ – 24″

Soil

sandy loam

Life Cycle

Perennial

Spacing

8″

Watering Schedule

Every 7-10 Days • Water Regularly To Keep Soil Consistently Moist But Not Waterlogged

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Temperature

32° – 95°F

Mature Spread

up to 12″

Root Depth

Medium

Foliage

Fine

Propagation: Seed

Ecology & Origin

Native to

Easter Is.

Hawaii

Kermadec Is.

New South Wales

New Zealand North

Norfolk Is.

Queensland

South Australia

Tasmania

Tubuai Is.

Victoria

Western Australia

Attracts

🐝 Birds

Sources

Data: trefle

Image: trefle.io — CC-BY-SA

Hardiness Zones

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