Giant Paspalum Plant
Giant Paspalum (Paspalum dilatatum) grows up to 6 ft, prefers well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, and is edible but not medicinal.
Habit
Grass
Height
3-6 ft
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well Drained
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
No
Origin
South America
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
20-35
Humidity (%)
50-80%
Potting media
Loam, Compost
Fertilizers
Organic
Watering
Regular
Plant Weight
2-4 kg
Flowering Time
Year round
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.5
Water Ph level
6.0-7.5
Soil EC
1.0-1.3
Yield Per Plant
Forage, erosion control
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
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
- Mainly used as forage grass, no known medicinal benefits.