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bamboo grass

Paspalum fasciculatum

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About

The Bamboo grass (Paspalum fasciculatum) is a species in the genus Paspalum. Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes. Like other members of its genus, this species plays a role in its native ecosystem.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across North America (Trinidad and Tobago), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (4 countries).

🇦🇺 Australia 🇧🇷 Brazil 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇸🇷 Suriname 🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Grasses)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Paspalum

Species

Paspalum fasciculatum (bamboo grass)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish gramalote blanco

Portuguese taboquinha-mori

Similar Species in Paspalum

Paspalum macrophyllum

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of bamboo grass?

The scientific name of bamboo grass is Paspalum fasciculatum. It belongs to the genus Paspalum.

Where does bamboo grass live?

bamboo grass is found in Widely distributed across North America (Trinidad and Tobago), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Australia, Brazil, Colombia, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, Venezuela.

What family does bamboo grass belong to?

bamboo grass (Paspalum fasciculatum) belongs to the genus Paspalum, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

What kingdom does bamboo grass belong to?

bamboo grass (Paspalum fasciculatum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of bamboo grass?

The closest relatives of bamboo grass in the genus Paspalum include Arrocillo, Bahiagrass, Bead Grass, Bigleaf paspalum, Blue Crowngrass.