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Gamba Grass

Gamba Grass (Andropogon gayanus) grows up to 6 ft, thrives in well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, and is edible but not medicinal.


Picture illustrating Gamba Grass

Habit

Grass

Height

3-6 Ft

Growth

Fast

Soil

Well Drained

Shade

Full Sun

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

Yes

Medicinal

No

Origin

Africa

Climatic Condition

Tropical, Subtropical

Temperature (°)

20-35

Humidity (%)

50-80%

Potting media

Loam, Compost

Fertilizers

Organic

Watering

Regular

Plant Weight 

1-3 kg

Flowering Time

Year round

Soil Ph level

5.5-7.5

Water Ph level

No6.0-7.5

Soil EC

1.0-1.3 

Yield Per Plant 

Forage, livestock feed

NPK ratio 

20:20:20

life Span

2-3 yrs

Health Benefits

 

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% compost, 25% peat moss, 25% sand


Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 6 weeks with balanced fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Leaf Spot, Anthracnose, Root Rot, Leaf Blight. 

Yellowing and wilting of leaves, Yellow to brown spots on leaves, stunted growth.  

Crop rotation, neem cake as soil amendment, Spray Neem Oil, Use Resistant Varieties. 

Fungicide with Propicanazole , Copper based Fungicides. 

                  HEALTH BENEFITS

  • Primarily used as forage for livestock.

  • No significant medicinal benefits for humans.

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