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Paspalum paniculatum (Paspalum paniculatum)

Paspalum paniculatum is a perennial grass known for its adaptability, used in forage and erosion control. It reaches 0.5-1.5m in height.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Water moderately, keeping soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Tolerant of a wide range of soils, prefers well-drained, moist conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures between 18-27 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Water

Water moderately, keeping soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Reduce watering in cooler months.

Soil

Tolerant of a wide range of soils, prefers well-drained, moist conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures between 18-27 °C.

Can tolerate cooler temperatures but may go dormant.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Avoid over-fertilization.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Grass

Plant Category

Foliage

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.5-1.5 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Semi-evergreen in warmer climates, may die back in colder regions

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Linear to lanceolate

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Synonyms
Panicum paniculatum (L.) Kuntze
Paspalum compressicaule Raddi
Paspalum cordovense E.Fourn.
Paspalum hemisphericum Poir.
Paspalum multispica Steud.
Paspalum strictum Pers.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderPoales
  • familyPoaceae
  • genusPaspalum
  • speciesPaspalum paniculatum
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

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Non-toxic to pets and humans.

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