Paspalum quadrifarium
Tussock Paspalum
Also known as: Panicum lagascae var. quadrifarium (Lam.) Kuntze +8 more
- Panicum lagascae var. quadrifarium (Lam.) Kuntze
- Paspalum eruciferum Trin. ex Steud.
- Paspalum ferrugineum Trin.
- Paspalum quadrifarium var. ferrugineum (Trin.) Herter
- Paspalum quadrifarium var. major Doell.
- Paspalum quadrifarium var. majus Döll
- Paspalum quadrifarium var. minor Doell.
- Paspalum quadrifarium var. minus Döll
- Paspalum variegatum Link
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Poaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Paspalum quadrifarium (commonly known as Tussock paspalum) is a grass within the Poaceae family. It is found natively in South America. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil, Southern South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Argentina Northeast, Argentina Northwest, Brazil South, Paraguay, Uruguay
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Florida, Mississippi