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New Zealand wind grass Plant Care
Anthosachne solandri (Steud.) Barkworth & S.W.L.Jacobs
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This grass species has distinctively long, narrow leaves that form dense clumps. Originating from Australia, Anthosachne solandri is highly sought after by plant collectors for its unique foliage and ability to thrive in dry, arid conditions.
Every 7–14 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–85°F
40–70%
At a glance
How do you care for New Zealand wind grass?
Water New Zealand wind grass every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 60–85°F (16–29°C) and 40–70% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season.
Where Is the New Zealand wind grass Native To?
What Is the New Zealand wind grass?
New Zealand wind grass (Anthosachne solandri) belongs to the Poaceae family within the Anthosachne genus. New Zealand wind grass is native to New Zealand. New Zealand wind grass is also known as bronze moor grass.
New Zealand wind grass displays a tall, clumping grass growth habit, reaching up to 5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. New Zealand wind grass produces small inconspicuous flowers on tall spikes.
Leaf size: approximately 12 inches.
How Often Should You Water a New Zealand wind grass?
Anthosachne solandri requires watering every 7–14 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the New Zealand wind grass Need?
New Zealand wind grass thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the New Zealand wind grass Prefer?
Anthosachne solandri grows best at temperatures of 60–85°F. New Zealand wind grass prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.
Temperature
60–85°F
Humidity
40–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a New Zealand wind grass?
Well-draining sandy loam with good organic content. Good drainage is essential for New Zealand wind grass to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a New Zealand wind grass?
Feed New Zealand wind grass every month during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every month
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a New Zealand wind grass?
Divide clumps every 2-3 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a New Zealand wind grass?
New Zealand wind grass can be propagated through division, seed sowing.
Is the New Zealand wind grass Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list New Zealand wind grass, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the New Zealand wind grass?
New Zealand wind grass is susceptible to grasshoppers, aphids, cutworms. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the New Zealand wind grass Need?
New Zealand wind grass grows outdoors in USDA Zone 7a – 10b. It survives winters down to planting zone 7a. New Zealand wind grass is native to New Zealand.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7a – 10b
Keep exploring plants
New Zealand wind grass is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Anthosachne genus — compare its care with other Anthosachne species on PlantoScan.
Anthosachne is part of the Poaceae plant family — browse all Poaceae genera and species.
New Zealand wind grass thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Anthosachne solandri (Steud.) Barkworth & S.W.L.Jacobs, family Poaceae (first published in Telopea 13: 51 (2011)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list New Zealand wind grass, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Photo: Joe Potter Butler, CC BY 4.0, iNaturalist — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 7a – 10b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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