Paspalum arenarium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schrad.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1824
Citation Micro:
Mant. 2: 172 (1824)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000887290
Common Names
- Sand Paspalum
- Arenarium Paspalum
- Sand Paspalum Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paspalum arenarium (also called 'Arenaceous Paspalum', among many other common names) is an annual grass species native to India, Africa, and the Middle East. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Paspalum arenarium is used as an ornamental grass, forage for livestock, and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Paspalum arenarium is a small, yellow flower with a white center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, upright, and have two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paspalum arenarium is a perennial grass native to parts of South America. It is a low-growing grass that can reach heights of up to 1 m (3 ft). It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is best propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-prepared seedbed. The divisions should be planted in the spring or fall in a well-prepared bed. Once established, it requires little maintenance and is drought tolerant.
Where to Find Paspalum arenarium
Paspalum arenarium is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Paspalum arenarium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paspalum arenarium?
Paspalum arenarium
What is the common name of Paspalum arenarium?
Arenarium paspalum
Where is Paspalum arenarium found?
Paspalum arenarium is found in South America.
Species in the Paspalum genus
Paspalum acuminatum, Paspalum acutifolium, Paspalum acutum, Paspalum adoperiens, Paspalum affine, Paspalum albidulum, Paspalum alcalinum, Paspalum almum, Paspalum alterniflorum, Paspalum altsonii, Paspalum ammodes, Paspalum amphicarpum, Paspalum anderssonii, Paspalum apiculatum, Paspalum approximatum, Paspalum arenarium, Paspalum arsenei, Paspalum arundinaceum, Paspalum arundinellum, Paspalum aspidiotes, Paspalum atabapense, Paspalum atratum, Paspalum axillare, Paspalum azuayense, Paspalum bakeri, Paspalum barbinode, Paspalum barclayi, Paspalum batianoffii, Paspalum bertonii, Paspalum biaristatum, Paspalum bifidifolium, Paspalum bifidum, Paspalum blodgettii, Paspalum bonairense, Paspalum bonplandianum, Paspalum botterii, Paspalum brachytrichum, Paspalum breve, Paspalum buchtienii, Paspalum burchellii, Paspalum burmanii, Paspalum cachimboense, Paspalum caespitosum, Paspalum campinarum, Paspalum canarae, Paspalum candidum, Paspalum capillifolium, Paspalum carinatum, Paspalum centrale, Paspalum ceresia,
Species in the Poaceae family
Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,
References
Heinrich Schrader (1767-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schrad.' in the authors string.
Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:413847-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].