Bristly Foxtail Plant
Bristly Foxtail is a fast-growing, upright grass that thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It is often found in disturbed areas and has no significant medicinal or edible uses. Ideal for ground cover or natural habitats.
Habit
Grass
Height
0.5-1.5m
Growth
Fast
Soil
Sandy loam
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Worldwide
Climatic Condition
Temperate, warm
Temperature (°)
18-30°C
Humidity (%)
50-80%
Potting media
Organic compost
Fertilizers
Balanced NPK
Watering
Regular
Plant Weight
500 - 800 gms
Flowering Time
Summer
Soil Ph level
5.5-7.0
Water Ph level
6.0-7.0
Soil EC
Low
Yield Per Plant
Fodder crop
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Annual
Health Benefits
Livestock feed
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% compost, 25% peat moss, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 8 weeks with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Aphid Infestation, Rust, Root Rot
Brown or black lesions on leaves, White powdery growth on leaves ,Distorted leaves and sticky residue, Reddish or orange pustules on leaves, Wilting and stunted growth
Neem oil, compost tea, improve air circulation, insecticidal soap, sulfur spray, Improve soil drainage.
Copper-based fungicides, Sulfur-based fungicides, Chemical insecticides, Fungicides with propiconazole, Soil-applied fungicides
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Primarily a wild grass with limited medicinal use.
· Some related Setaria species are used in traditional medicine for digestion.