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Marvel Grass

Marvel Grass (Dichanthium annulatum) grows up to 3 ft, thrives in wet soil, full sun, high moisture, and is neither edible nor medicinal.

Picture illustrating Marvel Grass

Habit

Grass

Height

0.4 to 1.0 m

Growth

Fast

Soil

Well-drained, Sandy Loam

Shade

Full 

Moisture

High

Edible

No

Medicinal

No

Origin

Africa

Climatic Condition

Arid, Semi-arid

Temperature (°)

20°C to 35°C

Humidity (%)

50% to 70%

Potting media

50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Organic Matter

Fertilizers

Organic Fertilizer

Watering

Regular watering

Plant Weight 

0.2 to 0.3 kg

Flowering Time

Spring to Fall

Soil Ph level

6.0 to 7.5

Water Ph level

6.0 to 7.0

Soil EC

0.4 to 0.8 mS/cm

Yield Per Plant 

1 to 2 kg per plant

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

2 to 3 years

Health Benefits

Soil Stabilization, 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

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