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(Urochloa platyphylla)
Broadleaf Signalgrass (Urochloa platyphylla)
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Douglas Goldman
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Photo by: Douglas Goldman | License Type: CC BY-SA 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Douglas Goldman | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2011-09-26T16:46:38-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Climate Requirements for Mogadishu, Somalia
| This Plant | Your Site | Plant Suitability for Your Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Precipitation | 7" - 73" | 17" | Your precipitation may be insufficient for this plant. Irrigate N" / year. | Irrigate N" / year |
| • High Temp. | 69°F - 97°F | 94°F | Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. | Excellent |
| • Low Temp. | 20°F - 74°F | 70°F | Your winter temperatures are normal for this plant | Excellent |
This plant should grow well at your location with about N inches per year (Y minutes per month) of irrigation.
Summary
Urochloa platyphylla, commonly known as broadleaf signalgrass, is an annual grass native to tropical regions of the Americas, including savannas, open woodlands, and disturbed sites. It has a prostrate growth habit, forming dense mats that can reach up to 1.5 meters in width. The plant features broad, flat leaves and produces small, inconspicuous flowers during the warm season. Broadleaf signalgrass is known for its rapid growth and ability to thrive in a variety of soil conditions.
Broadleaf signalgrass is often used for erosion control due to its mat-forming growth habit and is also planted as forage in pastures. It prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade and requires minimal water once established, making it a low-maintenance option for suitable climates. However, its aggressive growth can lead to it becoming invasive outside its native range, outcompeting native vegetation and altering ecosystems. Gardeners should be cautious and check local regulations before planting.CC BY-SA 4.0
Broadleaf signalgrass is often used for erosion control due to its mat-forming growth habit and is also planted as forage in pastures. It prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade and requires minimal water once established, making it a low-maintenance option for suitable climates. However, its aggressive growth can lead to it becoming invasive outside its native range, outcompeting native vegetation and altering ecosystems. Gardeners should be cautious and check local regulations before planting.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Grass
- Height: 1.5-3 feet
- Width: 2-3 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate, Rapid
- Flower Color: N/A
- Flowering Season: Summer, Fall, Winter
- Leaf Retention:
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium, Slow
Common Uses
Erosion Control, Low Maintenance, Water Garden
Natural Habitat
Native to tropical savannas, open woodlands, and disturbed sites in the Americas
Other Names
Common Names: Para Grass, White Para Grass
Scientific Names: Urochloa platyphylla, Brachiaria extensa, Brachiaria platphylla, Brachiaria platyphylla, Panicum platyphyllum, Panicum platyphyllum, Paspalum platyphyllum, Urochloa extensa
GBIF Accepted Name: Urochloa platyphylla