Nut Grass
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Habit
Grass
Height
0.5-1 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Wet, well-drained
Shade
Full Sun
Moisture
High
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
No
Origin
Worldwide
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
25-35°C
Humidity (%)
50-70%
Potting media
Loamy, peat
Fertilizers
Balanced NPK (10-10-10)
Watering
Regular, moderate
Plant Weight
100-300 g
Flowering Time
Summer, Year-round
Soil Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.5
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Root tubers, forage
NPK ratio
5:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Edible tubers, medicinal uses
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
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Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
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Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Rust, Aphid Infestation, Root Rot
Symptoms
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
Organic Remedies
Neem oil, Compost tea, improve air circulation, sulfur spray, Neem oil, insecticidal soap, Improve soil drainage.
Copper-based fungicides, Sulfur-based fungicides, Fungicides with propiconazole, Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides