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ORTIZ-DIAZ, Juan Javier et al. The genus Paspalum L. (Paspaleae, Poaceae) of the Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico. Act. Bot. Mex [online]. 2015, n.113, pp.35-73. ISSN 2448-7589.

In this study, a synopsis of Paspalum L. was performed in the Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico. Twenty-three taxa are recognized in the study area, identification keys are provided, as well as morphological descriptions, distribution maps, habitat, phenology and distribution data. Two endemic species are recognized for the Yucatan Peninsula, P. mayanum and P. sparsum, which are found in open areas of tropical deciduous forest.

Palavras-chave : Campeche; identification key; endemism; grasses; Quintana Roo; taxonomy; Yucatán.