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Pfannengras

Paspalum distichum

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical coniferous forests, among 8 distinct biome types spanning the Indomalayan and Palearctic realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (8 countries), Asia (21 countries), Europe (21 countries), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (5 countries), and South America (4 countries).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish gram d`aigua
French Paspale à deux épis
German Pfannengras
Portuguese alcarnache
Arabic moddeid

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pfannengras?
The scientific name of Pfannengras is Paspalum distichum. It belongs to the genus Paspalum.
What is the conservation status of Pfannengras?
Pfannengras (Paspalum distichum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Pfannengras live?
Pfannengras is found in Widely distributed across Africa (8 countries), Asia (21 countries), Europe (21 countries), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (5 countries), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Algeria, Armenia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Bhutan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria.
What family does Pfannengras belong to?
Pfannengras (Paspalum distichum) belongs to the genus Paspalum, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.
Is Pfannengras endangered?
No, Pfannengras (Paspalum distichum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Pfannengras belong to?
Pfannengras (Paspalum distichum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).
What are the closest relatives of Pfannengras?
The closest relatives of Pfannengras in the genus Paspalum include Bahiagras, Brasilianische Hirse, Kodohirse, Bigleaf paspalum, hairy-seed paspalum.

Native Range — 63 Countries

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