Paspalum repens, known as horsetail paspalum or water paspalum, is a species of grass native to South America, Central America, and North America.[1][2][3] It is often called Paspalum fluitans,[2] though this name is treated as a synonym of P. repens in Kew's Plants of the World Online database and the Flora of North America project.[3] It is an obligate wetland species, often found submersed or floating in shallow water bodies or on the edges of rivers. It grows to be about a foot tall, with lance shaped leaves, spongy air-filled stems, and often a reddish tint. Inflorescence takes the form of spikelets.[4][5]

Wildlife value

Paspalum repens has a medium protein content; it is highly palatable for both browsing and grazing animals[6] and is a favored food of Manatees. [7]

References

  1. ^ a b "Paspalum repens P.J.Bergius". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanical Gardens Kew. Retrieved 25 July 2020.
  2. ^ a b NRCS. "Paspalum fluitans". PLANTS Database. United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Retrieved 25 July 2020.
  3. ^ a b Allen, C. M.; Hall, D. W. "Paspalum repens". beta.floranorthamerica.org. Retrieved 25 July 2020.
  4. ^ "Paspalum repens - Species Details". Atlas of Florida Plants. Retrieved 2023-09-27.
  5. ^ "| Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants | University of Florida, IFAS". plants.ifas.ufl.edu. Retrieved 2023-09-27.
  6. ^ "USDA Plants Database". plants.usda.gov. Retrieved 2023-09-27.
  7. ^ "Manatees Expand Their Habitat in Costa Rica". Costa Rica Star News. 2014-01-14. Retrieved 2023-09-27.


Allikas: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paspalum_repens
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