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Freshwater Couch

Paspalum distichum

Photo by LachlanHart
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

Strong stoloniferous grass to 50cm high, stolons to 4m. Racemes erect usually in pairs forming a distinctive 'V'

Habitat:

Wet areas, dams, creek edges, drainage channels. Also thrives on high ground that receives periodic inundation.

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PublishedFebruary 20, 2012

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