Horsetail Paspalum (Paspalum Repens) is a perennial grass in the Poaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Paspalum repens is a perennial grass species native to the Americas, known for its aquatic or semi-aquatic growth habit.

Horsetail Paspalum

Horsetail Paspalum

Paspalum Repens

Paspalum repens is a perennial grass species native to the Americas, known for its aquatic or semi-aquatic growth habit.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, habitat creation

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Horsetail Paspalum

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Horsetail Paspalum
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Taxonomy

Family:Poaceae
Genus:Paspalum