Buffalo Quick Paspalum

Paspalum distichum is a grass species with a broad distribution, found in regions such as British Columbia, the Azores, Madeira, and parts of South America, as well as in the Afrotropical, Australasian, Nearctic, Neotropical, Oriental, and Palaearctic biogeographic zones. Its native origin is unclear due to its widespread presence, which is largely attributed to human introduction. The species has been the subject of taxonomic debate, with Renvoize & Clayton proposing its rejection as a nomen confusum, but the Committee for Spermatophyta upheld its use. De Koning & Sosef provided a summary of the taxonomic discussion. It is known by several common names, including Buffalo Quick Paspalum, couch paspalum, and eternity grass.