Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
phaeotrichum
ID:
909243

Status:
valid

Authors:
Valls, G.H.Rua, Graciano-Ribeiro & R.C.Oliveira

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 33: 267 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000908578

Common Names

  • Paspalum phaeotrichum
  • Paspalum
  • Giant Paspalum

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Description

Paspalum phaeotrichum (also called Paspalum phaeotrichum, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to the tropical regions of South America. It is a tufted grass with narrow, linear leaves and small, spike-like inflorescences. It grows in open grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Paspalum phaeotrichum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make baskets and mats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paspalum phaeotrichum has small, white flowers and produces small, black seeds. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paspalum phaeotrichum is a grass species native to Korea and Japan. It can be propagated by seed or by division. To cultivate, provide a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist but not wet. Provide bright, indirect light and keep the temperature between 65-85°F (18-29°C).

Where to Find Paspalum phaeotrichum

Paspalum phaeotrichum is native to South Korea and can be found in the Jeju Island.

Paspalum phaeotrichum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paspalum phaeotrichum?

Paspalum phaeotrichum

What is the common name of Paspalum phaeotrichum?

Hairy Paspalum

What is the natural habitat of Paspalum phaeotrichum?

Grassy meadows, open woodlands, 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

Gabriel H. Rua (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.H.Rua' in the authors string.
José Francisco Montenegro Valls (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Valls' in the authors string.
Regina C. Oliveira: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Oliveira' in the authors string.
Dalva Graciano Ribeiro (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Graciano-Ribeiro' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60447855-2: 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].