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Urochloa reptans (Urochloa reptans)

Urochloa reptans is a fast-growing annual grass native to tropical regions, often found in disturbed soils and lawns.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, keep soil moist.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, prefers well-drained.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding during growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Water

Water regularly, keep soil moist.

Especially during dry spells.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, prefers well-drained.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Ideal range 20-30°C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding during growing season.

Balanced fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Grass, Creeper

Plant Place Type

Ground, Groundcover

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Annuals

Plant Height

0.1-0.3 m

Spread

0.5-1 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Linear to lanceolate

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

Weed Status

Yes

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Synonyms
Brachiaria balansae Henrard
Brachiaria prostrata (Lam.) Griseb.
Brachiaria reptans (L.) C.A.Gardner & C.E.Hubb.
Digitaria umbrosa (Retz.) Pers.
Echinochloa reptans (L.) Roberty
Echinochloa subcordata Roem. & Schult.
Panicum aurelianum Hale ex Alph.Wood
Panicum barbipedum Hayata
Panicum brachythyrsum Peter
Panicum caespitosum Sw.
Panicum calaccanzense Steud.
Panicum extensum Desv.
Panicum grossarium L.
Panicum nilagiricum Steud.
Panicum parvum Buse
Panicum prostratum Lam.
Panicum reptans L.
Panicum subcordatum (Roem. & Schult.) Roth
Panicum taitense Steud.
Panicum umbrosum Retz.
Setaria subcordata (Roem. & Schult.) Kunth
Setaria umbrosa (Retz.) P.Beauv.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderPoales
  • familyPoaceae
  • genusUrochloa
  • speciesUrochloa reptans
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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