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Seashore Paspalum

Seashore Paspalum (Paspalum vaginatum) grows up to 3 ft, thrives in wet soil, full sun, high moisture, and is neither edible nor medicinal.

Picture illustrating Seashore Paspalum

Habit

Grass

Height

Ground cover

Growth

Fast

Soil

Sandy, well-drained

Shade

Full Sun

Moisture

High

Edible

No

Medicinal

No

Origin

Americas

Climatic Condition

Tropical, Coastal

Temperature (°)

20-35°C

Humidity (%)

50-80%

Potting media

Field grass

Fertilizers

Organic, NPK

Watering

High

Plant Weight 

1-5 kg

Flowering Time

Non-flowering

Soil Ph level

6.0 - 7.5

Water Ph level

6.0 - 7.5

Soil EC

1-2 dS/m

Yield Per Plant 

Turfgrass

NPK ratio 

5:10:10

life Span

Perennial

Health Benefits

Salt-tolerant turf, erosion control

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, 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

· Erosion control: Used in ecological restoration to prevent soil erosion.

  • Not commonly used for direct health benefits but contributes to a healthier environment.

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