How much sun does Brownseed Paspalum need?

Brownseed Paspalum grows best in part sun conditions.

When does Brownseed Paspalum bloom?

Brownseed Paspalum blooms in March, April, May, June, July, and August.

Where is Brownseed Paspalum native?

Brownseed Paspalum (Paspalum plicatulum) is native to AL, FL, GA, LA and 3 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.

Is Brownseed Paspalum toxic to livestock?

The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag Brownseed Paspalum as toxic to livestock.

Is Brownseed Paspalum HOA-friendly?

Brownseed Paspalum is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Brownseed Paspalum

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Paspalum plicatulum

Last reviewed: July 2026

The USDA PLANTS Database (opens in new tab) does not flag Brownseed Paspalum as toxic to livestock.

Light

part sun

Water

low

Size

24"–42" H × 6"–12" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

AL, FL, GA, LA and 3 more states

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Browse plants for this ecoregion

Texas Blackland Prairies East Central Texas Plains Western Gulf Coastal Plain South Central Plains

Brownseed Paspalum is a native Texas bunch grass that forms narrow, upright clumps reaching 2-3 feet tall. It produces delicate seed heads from spring through summer and goes dormant in winter. This drought-tolerant grass works well as an accent or filler in native landscapes.

In an HOA neighborhood

Brownseed Paspalum is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 2 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, mid zone.

Cut back in late winter

Wildlife value

This grass provides seeds for birds and nesting material for small wildlife. The seed heads also attract beneficial insects during the growing season.

Common questions

How much sun does Brownseed Paspalum need?: Brownseed Paspalum grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Brownseed Paspalum bloom?: Brownseed Paspalum blooms in March, April, May, June, July, and August.
Where is Brownseed Paspalum native?: Brownseed Paspalum (Paspalum plicatulum) is native to AL, FL, GA, LA and 3 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
Is Brownseed Paspalum toxic to livestock?: The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag Brownseed Paspalum as toxic to livestock.
Is Brownseed Paspalum HOA-friendly?: Brownseed Paspalum is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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