Paspalum mayanum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Chase
Source:
wcs
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Publ. Carnegie Inst. Wash. 436: 342 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000888019
Common Names
- Mayan Paspalum
- Mayan Grass
- Mayan Paspalum Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paspalum mayanum (also called Mayan Paspalum, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to Central America. It has a clumping growth habit, with stems up to 1m long, and can form dense mats. It is found in a variety of habitats, including disturbed areas, roadsides, pastures, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Paspalum mayanum is used in landscaping, as a turf grass for lawns, and as a forage grass for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paspalum mayanum has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paspalum mayanum 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 mayanum
Paspalum mayanum can be found in South America, particularly in Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Paspalum mayanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paspalum mayanum?
Paspalum mayanum
What is the common name of Paspalum mayanum?
Maya Paspalum
What is the natural habitat of Paspalum mayanum?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
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
Mary Agnes Chase (1869-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chase' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:184479-2: 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].