Rhodes Grass
RHODES GRASS
Chloris gayana spp.
RHODES GRASS
Chloris gayana spp.
Rhodes Grass is a perennial summer forage grass native to Africa. It is drought and cold tolerant and can grow in most soil types. It is effective in controlling weeds, preventing soil erosion and improving the soil nutrient quality. It is tolerant to high levels of sodium in the soil. It is also tolerant to heavy grazing.
Product Details
| Origin: | Africa |
| Scientific name: | Chloris gayana cv. spp. |
| Common name: | Rhodes grass |
| Vegetative cycle: | Perennial |
| Soil fertility: | Medium |
| Growth habit: | Tufted |
| Height: | 1 – 2 m |
| Utilisation: | Direct grazing, Hay-making |
| Type of animal: | Cattle, Sheep, Horses, Goats, Game |
| Palatability: | Good |
| Digestibility: | Good |
| Rainfall requirements: | > 500 mm/year |
| Drought tolerance: | High |
| Cold tolerance: | High |
| Crude protein content: | 8 – 10% |
| Plant date: | October – February |
| Planting equipment: | Hand, Fine seed sower, Fert. spreader |
| Sowing depth: | 10 – 15 mm |
| Seeds per hectare: | 8 – 10 kg/Ha |
| Forage production: | 2 – 10 ton DM/ha/year |