Smut Grass
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Habit
Grass
Height
30-50 cm
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, sandy
Shade
Full Sun
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Tropical, Africa
Climatic Condition
Tropical
Temperature (°)
20-35°C
Humidity (%)
60-85%
Potting media
Loamy, compost
Fertilizers
Organic, nitrogen-rich
Watering
Regular
Plant Weight
50-100 g
Flowering Time
Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0 - 7.5
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Forage crop
NPK ratio
05:05:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Forage, livestock feed
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
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Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
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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, Neem oil, insecticidal soap, Improve soil drainage.
Copper-based fungicides, Sulfur-based fungicides, Fungicides with propiconazole, Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Traditionally used in some cultures for minor medicinal purposes.
· Contains compounds with possible anti-inflammatory effects.