Panicum Deflexa Plant
Panicum Deflexa (Brachiaria deflexum) grows up to 3 ft, prefers well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, and is edible but not medicinal.
Habit
Grass
Height
1-1.5 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, sandy loam
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
No
Origin
NORTH AMERICA
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
20-30°C
Humidity (%)
60-80%
Potting media
Loamy, peat
Fertilizers
Balanced NPK (10-10-10)
Watering
Regular, moderate
Plant Weight
500-1000 g
Flowering Time
Summer, Fall
Soil Ph level
6.0 - 7.5
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Fodder grass
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Used for fodder, soil fertility enhancement
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
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Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
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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
· Used in soil conservation and erosion control.
· Some species in the Panicum genus have edible seeds rich in fiber and nutrients.
· Supports biodiversity in agricultural ecosystems.