Paspalum lepton - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schult.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1824
Citation Micro:
Mant. 2: 173 (1824)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000887934
Common Names
- Paspalum lepton
- Fine-awned Paspalum
- Fine-awned Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paspalum lepton (also called lepton paspalum, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to South America. It has flat, narrow leaves and grows in moist, shady areas, such as near streams and in wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Paspalum lepton is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Paspalum lepton 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 lepton is a perennial grass native to South America. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It is best to sow the seed in spring or early summer and keep the soil moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps into smaller sections and replant them in well-draining soil.
Where to Find Paspalum lepton
Paspalum lepton can be found in South America, particularly in Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Paspalum lepton FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paspalum lepton?
Paspalum lepton
What is the common name of Paspalum lepton?
Lepton paspalum
What is the habitat of Paspalum lepton?
It is found in wet areas, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows
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
Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:414352-1: 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].