Paspalum laxum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lam.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1791
Citation Micro:
Tabl. Encycl. 1: 176 (1791)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000887918
Common Names
- Paspalum laxum
- Slender Paspalum
- Slender Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paspalum laxum (also called lax paspalum, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to South America. It has narrow, flat leaves and grows in moist, shady areas, such as near streams and in wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Paspalum laxum is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Paspalum laxum 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 laxum is a perennial grass that can be grown from seed or vegetative propagation. It is best grown in full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and moderate salt levels. It can be mowed to keep it neat and tidy, and can be used for grazing or hay production.
Where to Find Paspalum laxum
Paspalum laxum can be found in South America, particularly in Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Paspalum laxum FAQ
What are the optimal growing conditions for Paspalum laxum?
Paspalum laxum prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
What type of soil is best for Paspalum laxum?
Paspalum laxum prefers moist, well-drained soil.
How often should Paspalum laxum be watered?
Paspalum laxum should be watered regularly, but not too frequently.
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-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:414338-1: 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].