Wild Oat plant
Avena sativa, or Wild Oat, is a hardy herb growing 0.6-1.2m, prefers loamy, well-drained soil, full sun, and is used for its edible seeds and medicinal uses.
Habit
Herb
Height
1-1.5 meters
Growth
Medium
Soil
Loamy, well-drained
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
Europe, Asia
Climatic Condition
Temperate, subtropical
Temperature (°)
15-25
Humidity (%)
50-60
Potting media
Standard potting mix
Fertilizers
Nitrogen-rich
Watering
Moderate
Plant Weight
100-200 grams
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.0
Water Ph level
6.5-7.0
Soil EC
0.3-0.4 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
Low
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
1-3 years
Health Benefits
Rich in fiber, aids in digestion, supports heart health
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 30% compost, 20% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 3 weeks with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Crown Rust, Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Aphids, Root Rot
Yellow-orange pustules on leaves, Brown spots on leaves, White powdery patches on leaves, Curling, yellowing leaves, Yellowing, wilting
Crop rotation, resistant varieties, Prune affected leaves, neem oil, Apply sulfur-based sprays, Insecticidal soap, neem oil, Improve soil drainage, avoid overwatering
Fungicides with copper or mancozeb, Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides with sulfur, Imidacloprid-based insecticides, Fungicides with metalaxyl