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Black Oat

Black Oat (Avena strigosa) grows up to 4 ft, thrives in well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, and is edible but not medicinal.


Picture illustrating Black Oat

Habit

Grass

Height

50-80 cm

Growth

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained, sandy

Shade

Full Sun

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

Yes

Medicinal

No

Origin

Europe, Asia

Climatic Condition

Temperate

Temperature (°)

10-20°C

Humidity (%)

50-70%

Potting media

Sand + Organic matter

Fertilizers

Balanced NPK (10:10:10)

Watering

Regular watering

Plant Weight 

200-400 g

Flowering Time

Spring to Summer

Soil Ph level

6.0-7.0

Water Ph level

6.0-6.5

Soil EC

0.9 dS/m

Yield Per Plant 

Moderate yield

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

1-2 years

Health Benefits

Rich in fiber, digestion aid

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

·  Supports heart health by lowering cholesterol levels.

·  Rich in fiber, aiding digestion and gut health.

·  Provides essential minerals like magnesium and iron.

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