Paspalum jaliscanum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Chase ex Hitchc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 17: 240 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000887860
Common Names
- Jaliscanum Paspalum
- Jaliscanum Couchgrass
- Jaliscanum Paspal Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paspalum jaliscanum (also called Bahiagrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It has a spreading growth habit and grows in a variety of habitats, including pastures, roadsides, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Paspalum jaliscanum is used as an ornamental grass in gardens and landscaping, and is also used for erosion control and as a forage grass for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Paspalum jaliscanum is small, white and has three petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paspalum jaliscanum is a perennial grass that is native to Mexico and Central America. It is a low-growing grass that forms a dense mat of foliage and can be used as a groundcover. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. The seed should be sown in spring or early summer and covered lightly with soil. Division can be done in spring or fall.
Where to Find Paspalum jaliscanum
Paspalum jaliscanum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and South America.
Paspalum jaliscanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paspalum jaliscanum?
Paspalum jaliscanum
What is the common name of Paspalum jaliscanum?
Jaliscanum Paspalum
What is the natural habitat of Paspalum jaliscanum?
It is native to Mexico and is found in moist meadows, pastures, and disturbed areas.
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
A. S. Hitchcock (1865-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hitchc.' in the authors string.
Mary Agnes Chase (1869-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chase' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:184404-2: 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].