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capim-vassoura

Paspalum paniculatum

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About

The Arrocillo, Paspalum paniculatum, is a species. Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (7 countries), Asia (China, Japan, Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), North America (6 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (9 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plantas)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Grasses)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Paspalum

Species

Paspalum paniculatum (capim-vassoura)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish arrocillo

Portuguese capim-vassoura

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of capim-vassoura?

The scientific name of capim-vassoura is Paspalum paniculatum. It belongs to the genus Paspalum.

Where does capim-vassoura live?

capim-vassoura is found in Widely distributed across Africa (7 countries), Asia (China, Japan, Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), North America (6 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (9 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Central African Republic, China, Colombia, Comoros, Congo (DRC), Cuba, El Salvador.

What family does capim-vassoura belong to?

capim-vassoura (Paspalum paniculatum) belongs to the genus Paspalum, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

What kingdom does capim-vassoura belong to?

capim-vassoura (Paspalum paniculatum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

What are the closest relatives of capim-vassoura?

The closest relatives of capim-vassoura in the genus Paspalum include alcarnache, capim-azedo, capim-comprido, capim-d'água, capim-das-roças.