| Species: |
Dallisgrass (Paspalum dilatatum Poir.) |
| Cultivars: |
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| Origin: |
South America |
| Use: |
Grazing |
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| Description: |
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General:
Life Span:
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1-2.5 feet tall; erect, bunchgrass.
Perennial
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| Adaptation: |
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pH:
Soil:
Rainfall:
Temperature:
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4.9-7.5
Loam, clay-loam; best adapted to wet soils.
35-60 Inches.
-3º F
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| Management: |
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Seeding Rate:
Planting Date:
Planting Depth:
Seed Cost:
Season of Use:
Production:
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10-15 lb PLS/A
March-April
<0.25 inch
April-October
2500-6000 |
| Notes: |
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Dallisgrass is susceptible to ergot, which also reduces seed availability.
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