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Talquezal

Paspalum virgatum

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (China, Taiwan), North America (Cuba, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Grasses)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Paspalum

Species

Paspalum virgatum (Talquezal)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish camalote blanco

Portuguese capim-navalha

Similar Species in Paspalum

Paspalum fasciculatum

Paspalum macrophyllum

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Talquezal?

The scientific name of Talquezal is Paspalum virgatum. It belongs to the genus Paspalum.

What is the conservation status of Talquezal?

Talquezal (Paspalum virgatum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Talquezal live?

Talquezal is found in Widely distributed across Asia (China, Taiwan), North America (Cuba, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Australia, Brazil, China, Colombia, Cuba, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Talquezal belong to?

Talquezal (Paspalum virgatum) belongs to the genus Paspalum, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

Is Talquezal endangered?

No, Talquezal (Paspalum virgatum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Talquezal belong to?

Talquezal (Paspalum virgatum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Talquezal?

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