Proso Millet Plant
Proso Millet (Panicum miliaceum) grows up to 4 ft, prefers well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, edible but not medicinal.
Habit
Grass
Height
1 to 2 m
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well-drained, Sandy Loam
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
No
Origin
Asia, Africa
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
20°C to 30°C
Humidity (%)
60% to 80%
Potting media
50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Organic Matter
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizer
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
1 to 3 kg
Flowering Time
Summer to Fall
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.5
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Soil EC
0.5 to 0.8 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
500 to 2000 kg per hectare
NPK ratio
20:10:10
life Span
1 to 2 years
Health Benefits
High in Fiber, Nutrient-rich
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% compost, 25% peat moss, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 6 weeks with nitrogen-rich fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Rust, Aphid Infestation, Root Rot
Brown or black lesions on leaves, White powdery growth on leaves, Reddish or orange pustules on leaves, Distorted leaves and sticky residue, Wilting and stunted growth
Neem oil, compost tea, improve air circulation, sulfur spray, insecticidal soap, Improve soil drainage.
Copper-based fungicides, Sulfur-based fungicides, Fungicides with propiconazole, Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Gluten-free and easy to digest
· High in fiber, improving gut health
· Supports heart health with magnesium and antioxidants