Paspalum arundinaceum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Poir.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Encycl. , Suppl. 4: 310 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000887298
Common Names
- Reed Paspalum
- Arundinaceum Paspalum
- Reed Paspalum Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paspalum arundinaceum (also called Paspalum arundinaceum, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Africa, Asia, and Australia. It grows in moist habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Paspalum arundinaceum is used as an ornamental grass, forage for livestock, and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paspalum arundinaceum has small, yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer coat. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf that is narrow and pointed.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paspalum arundinaceum 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 arundinaceum
Paspalum arundinaceum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Paspalum arundinaceum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paspalum arundinaceum?
Paspalum arundinaceum
What is the common name of Paspalum arundinaceum?
Arundinaceum paspalum
Where is Paspalum arundinaceum found?
Paspalum arundinaceum 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
Jean Louis Marie Poiret (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poir.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:413854-1: 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].