Yerba de Pasmo, Pasmo Grass

At maturity, this species reaches approximately 1-3 meters in height, presenting Alternate, leathery, deep green, variegated along with Small, white to yellow-green, clustered in heads, followed by Compressed achenes with tufts of hair. These features are supported by a reliable Deep taproot system, ensuring stability and sustained growth.

Native to Native to parts of South America including Argentina and Paraguay, Yerba de Pasmo, Pasmo Grass thrives in Grows in open fields, along roadsides, and disturbed areas at elevations around 0 to 3000 meters above sea level. Best suited for USDA Hardiness Zone 8-11. Whether grown indoor, in a curated garden or a more natural setting, its ecological requirements help maintain its vigor over time.

You can use our free plant identify app PlantPlants to chose the best spot for Yerba de Pasmo, Pasmo Grass, This plant prefers Full sun to partial shade and flourishes in Well-drained, loamy, or sandy soils with a soil pH of about 5.0 7.5.

Yerba de Pasmo, Pasmo Grass needs watering,Moderate, guided by PlantPlants app, You can get plants daily watering schedule. to maintain Prefers dry to moderately moist conditions, ensure steady hydration. Applying water through Drip irrigation or deep soaking supports even distribution and helps prevent overwatering or dryness.

Yerba de Pasmo, Pasmo Grass performs best within 10 C to 30 C. Its ideal growth occurs at around 20 C to 25 C, though it tolerates ranges from -5 C to 35 C. Additionally, maintaining Moderate humidity (30% 70%) encourages healthy foliage and overall plant vigor.

Feeding with Balanced NPK (10-10-10) at the recommended Seasonal Application Frequency on PlantPlants App keeps nutrients balanced. Incorporating Compost, well-rotted manure enhances soil structure and fertility, while staying alert to Yellowing leaves, stunted growth helps you adjust care as needed to maintain optimal plant health.

Regular attention ensures this plant’s beauty and longevity. Late winter or early spring for Light pruning to shape and remove dead or damaged stems tidies its appearance, while Every 2-3 years, when it outgrows its pot may be necessary as it grows, requiring a Increase pot size by 2-5 cm increase and a fresh 1 part potting soil, 1 part sand, 1 part compost. for Staking or Support. Typically does not require support.

During Late fall to early spring, growth may slow and some Evergreen leaves, minimal drop, can turn yellow in stress can occur. For those looking to propagate, consider Seeds, cuttings, or division and provide Stratify before sowing, keep moist, temperatures around 20-25 C when starting from seed. If using cuttings, follow Take semi-hardwood cuttings in early summer, place in a rooting hormone and keep moist to ensure successful rooting and healthy new plants.

our free plant identify and care app PlantPlants can help you diagnosisYerba de Pasmo, Pasmo Grass problems.Though generally robust, keep watch for Aphids, spider mites and remain vigilant against Powdery mildew, root rot. Implementing Regular monitoring, proper spacing for air circulation and applying Neem oil for pests, improve drainage for root rot when issues arise will help sustain the plant thriving.

This plant pairs nicely with Native wildflowers, grasses and shows Minimal known allelopathic effects, making it a flexible choice for various Erosion control, ornamental shrub borders.

the Edible Parts: Leaves. Toxicty of Yerba de Pasmo, Pasmo Grass, Generally considered non-toxic. learning about its Gathered throughout the growing season as needed, Herbal teas, and May contain anti-inflammatory compounds can be intriguing for culinary explorers. Some traditions highlight its Traditionally used for digestive issues and skin conditions or note its Often used in folk remedies; valued in traditional herbal medicine.

With an Not listed, proper Preservation of natural habitats, promoting local cultivation