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hierba de Vasey

Paspalum urvillei

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Widely distributed across Africa (10 countries), Asia (6 countries), Europe (Portugal, Spain), North America (7 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (5 countries), and South America (Brazil, Chile, Colombia).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Grasses)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Paspalum

Species

Paspalum urvillei (hierba de Vasey)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish hierba de Vasey

French herbe de Vasey

Portuguese capim-das-roças

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of hierba de Vasey?

The scientific name of hierba de Vasey is Paspalum urvillei. It belongs to the genus Paspalum.

Where does hierba de Vasey live?

hierba de Vasey is found in Widely distributed across Africa (10 countries), Asia (6 countries), Europe (Portugal, Spain), North America (7 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (5 countries), and South America (Brazil, Chile, Colombia).. Countries include Angola, Australia, Bahamas, Belize, Brazil, Chile, China, Colombia, Comoros, Congo (DRC).

What family does hierba de Vasey belong to?

hierba de Vasey (Paspalum urvillei) belongs to the genus Paspalum, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

What kingdom does hierba de Vasey belong to?

hierba de Vasey (Paspalum urvillei) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of hierba de Vasey?

The closest relatives of hierba de Vasey in the genus Paspalum include arrocillo, camalote blanco, cañamazo, cañamazo amargo, grama de agua.