Paspalum distichum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1759
Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat., ed. 10. 2: 855 (1759)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000887584
Common Names
- Paspalum distichum
- Knotgrass Paspalum
- Water Couch
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paspalum distichum (also called Water Couch, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to South America. It grows in moist habitats, such as wetlands, and can reach heights of up to 1.2 m. It has a narrow leaf blade and a long, thin inflorescence.
Uses & Benefits
Paspalum distichum is used as a forage grass for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and as an ornamental grass in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paspalum distichum has small, white flowers that are arranged in spikes. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings have a rosette-like growth habit and are light green in color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paspalum distichum can be propagated by seed or vegetative means. It can be grown from seed, but it is slow to establish and may take several years to reach maturity. It can also be propagated vegetatively by dividing the clumps or by stem cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and prefers moist soils. It is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Paspalum distichum
Paspalum distichum is native to South America and can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas such as roadsides and trails.
Paspalum distichum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paspalum distichum?
Paspalum distichum
What is the common name of Paspalum distichum?
Paspalum
What is the family of Paspalum distichum?
Poaceae
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
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:184275-2: 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].