Water
Water Hilograss regularly, especially during dry periods, to maintain consistent soil moisture. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Allow the top layer of soil to dry slightly between waterings in well-draining conditions.
Also known as Buffalo Grass · Carabao Grass · Cow Grass
Hilograss (Paspalum conjugatum) is a fast-growing, low-maintenance perennial grass often found in tropical and subtropical regions.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Thrives in full sun but can adapt to partial shade conditions.
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers consistently moist soil, but tolerates short dry spells.
Well-drained, adaptable to various soil types
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Grows best in warm climates; sensitive to frost.
Low
25% intensity
Requires minimal fertilization; can become too vigorous with excess nutrients.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
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Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Hilograss regularly, especially during dry periods, to maintain consistent soil moisture. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Allow the top layer of soil to dry slightly between waterings in well-draining conditions.
Pruning is generally not required for Hilograss unless it is used as a lawn. In such cases, mow to the desired height, typically 2-5 cm, during the growing season.
Remove any dead or damaged foliage as needed to maintain appearance.
Hilograss is primarily propagated by stolons and rhizomes, making it a vigorous spreader. Division of established clumps is an effective method.
Seeds can also be used, but vegetative propagation is faster and more reliable for this species.
Repotting is not applicable to Hilograss as it is a perennial groundcover typically grown in the ground or as a lawn. If grown in containers for specific horticultural purposes, repotting would occur when the root system becomes pot-bound, usually every 1-2 years.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Poales |
| Family | Poaceae |
| Genus | Paspalum |
| Species | Paspalum conjugatum |
Similar in genus Paspalum
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