Paspalum lindenianum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Rich.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1850
Citation Micro:
Hist. Fis. Cuba, Bot. 11: 299 (1850)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000887945
Common Names
- Paspalum lindenianum
- Linden's Paspalum
- Linden's Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paspalum lindenianum (also called Linden's 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 lindenianum is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Paspalum lindenianum is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with a single stamen and a single pistil. The seed is a small, dark-brown grain. The seedlings are slender, with a single leaf blade.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paspalum lindenianum 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 lindenianum
Paspalum lindenianum can be found in South America, particularly in Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Paspalum lindenianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paspalum lindenianum?
Paspalum lindenianum
What is the common name of Paspalum lindenianum?
Lindenian paspalum
What is the habitat of Paspalum lindenianum?
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
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:414365-1: 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].