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Paspalum conjugatum

(Sour Grass)

FAMILY

Poaceae

Species

Paspalum conjugatum

Common name(s)

Sour Grass

Flower colour; life form

Grass, mat-forming, perennial

Distinguishing features

This plant tends to grow in damp areas, often forms mats; stems jointed often somewhat flattened. Leaf blades to 15 cm long, 6-8 mm wide. Inflorescence of 2 spikes with spikelets embedded. Spikes 7.5-10 cm long.

Paspalum conjugatum