C. dactylon: stolons and rhizomes (robust forms bear superficial resemblance to this group of Cynodon species). Quality can be improved to 18% CP and 68% IVOMD by reducing the rest period to 2 weeks, but persistence may suffer in some environments if the rest period is less than 3 weeks over an extended period. It is adapted to soils with pH 6.5â8.5, but gives best performance in the neutral to slightly alkaline range. Cynodon nlemfuensis Vanderyst var. Annual dry matter yields vary from about 5 t/ha in low input systems to 10â15 t/ha with good management, and up to 25 t/ha with irrigation and high N fertilization. Plants recover quickly after fire, and can even benefit through spittlebug and disease control by fire. Culms 2–3 mm in diameter; leaf blades 5–6 mm wide C. nlemfuensis var. Due to similar morphologies, the taxonomy of East African Cynodon species has been a source of confusion.Before 1970, Cynodon aethiopicus, Cynodon nlemfuensis and Cynodon plectostachyus were referred to as Cynodon dactylon and Cynodon aethiopicus (Taliaferro et al., 2004).However, Bogdan, 1977 stated that larger forms of C. dactylon with a few whorls of racemes were actually C. … C. aethiopicus appears to be more moisture-demanding and less drought resistant than C. nlemfuensis. C. nlemfuensis occurs from about 15º N to 15º S, and from sea level to >2,300 m asl, representing a range in average annual temperature from about 20-27ºC. grass (Cynodon nlemfuensis Vanderyst var. Some varieties are not readily eaten at any stage. East African Agricultural and Forestry Journal 36:220â226. In the subtropics, C. aethiopicus, C. nlemfuensis and C. plectostachyus can produce monthly summer yields of the order of 1,000â2,000 kg/ha, 1,600â2,000 kg/ha, and about 1,300 kg/ha/month respectively, compared with 165â500 kg/ha, 400â1,000 kg/ha and 300â1,100 kg/ha during the cool winter months. Laboratory, digestion and growth studies were used to evaluate energy and protein supplements for ammoniated (4% of the forage DM) stargrass (Cynodon nlemfuensis Vanderyst var. C. plectostachyus is tolerant of alkaline soils and is always found in what appear to be alkaline areas in Kenya. Bulletin Agricole du Congo Belge (et du Ruanda-Urundi) 13:342. These decline after about 4 weeks. (2n = 4x = 36, bermudagrass) and two accessions of Cynodon nlemfuensis var. English: African star grass, Bermudagrass, budgee grass, Ethiopian dogâs-tooth grass, giant quickgrass, giant star grass, Nakuru grass, star grass, Africa: gifgras, Oos-Afrikaanse kweek, reuse kweekgras, stergras, sterkgras, vreemdevingergras (Afrikaans); urucaca (Burundi); chemorut, emurwa, kakodongo, lugowi, ruchwamba, rugoli (East Africa), Asia: rumput bintang (Indonesia); kolatay (Tagalog), rukut-dukut (Visaya), galud-galud (Ilokano) (Philippines); ya-sata (Thailand), English: African star grass, African Bermuda grass, giant star grass, robust star grass, Rhodesian star grass, star grass; Muguga star grass (Kenya), Latin America: capim estrela, estrela-africana (Brazil); estrella Africana, estrella comun, estrella, estrella morada, grama estrella, pasto estrella, yerba estrella (Spanish), Africa: gifgras, reusekweekgras, stergras, vreemdevingergras (Africaans), English: feathery couch, giant quickgrass, giant star grass, star grass; Naivasha star grass (Kenya), Latin America: capim estrela-africano, estrela da Africa, grama campista, grama de cidade, grama inglesa (Brazil); estrella, estrella Africana, bermuda mejorado, hawaiiano, pasto estrella (Spanish), Africa: Democratic Republic of Congo; Ethiopia; Kenya; Malawi; Mozambique; Rwanda; Sudan; Tanzania; Uganda; Zambia; Zimbabwe, Africa: Angola; Democratic Republic of Congo; Ethiopia; Kenya; Malawi; Tanzania; Uganda; Zambia; Zimbabwe, Africa: Burundi; Democratic Republic of Congo; Ethiopia; Kenya; Malawi; Rwanda; Sudan; Tanzania; Uganda; Zambia; Zimbabwe, Africa: Ethiopia; Kenya; Tanzania; Uganda. The forage cultivar, ‘Tifton 85’ bermudagrass was bred by crossing a tetraploid introduction of C. dactylon with ‘Tifton 68’, a tetraploid strain of C. nlemfuensis . and Rawal, K.M. Rich. Dry matter yields similar to 'Florona', but slightly lower CP levels and slightly higher IVOMD under similar management. Origin unknown. Largely robust, sometimes fine, stoloniferous, deep-rooted group of perennials. Although the average annual temperature in these cities is about 22 ºC, the very low winter temperatures beyond the line can cause winter kill. ‘Florico’) and Florona cultivars (Cynodon nlemfuensis Vanderyst var. While "star grass" is commonly applied to these three stoloniferous species and "Bermuda grass" to the stoloniferous and rhizomatous C. dactylon, there are still instances of the names being used interchangeably. (Cynodon nlemfuensis var. Occur in disturbed areas in grassland, cattle paddocks and road verges, and on moist alluvium. endstream
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Cynodon nlemfuensis (African Bermuda-grass) Energy and nutrient supply from Cynodon nlemfuensis variety robustus Vander as sole ration in sheep nutrition. Spikelets green, red or purple, 2â3 mm long, with 1 caryopsis/spikelet. All have fibrous, resilient stolons that survive ploughing, stands actually being improved by cultivation. p. 98â103. Cynodon nlemfuensis var. Cynodon plectostachyus with inflorescence, Cynodon nlemfuensis with leucaena, Colombia, Cynodon nlemfuensis with Teramnus labialis, Cuba, Cynodon aethiopicus Clayton & J.R. Harlan, Cynodon nlemfuensis Vanderyst var. nlemfuensis crosses with the diploid form of C. aethiopicus, and also the tetraploid C. dactylon var. Taxon 19:565â569. Differentiated from 'Ona' and 'McCaleb' by its hairiness and dark green-purplish colour. Varieties: C. n. var. Spikelets 2.5â3 mm long; keel of lemma glabrous or with sparse hairs. Can be grazed or harvested for hay or silage. Cynodon nlemfuensis var. nlemfuensis by the stouter woodier culms, more slender spikes/racemes, and generally wider leaf blades. 4. Average liveweight gains of 700â800 kg/ha from 225 kg steers grazing at a stocking rate of 8 beasts/ha can be achieved over a 200-day warm season from well-managed pastures. dactylon. (1975) McCaleb stargrass. Cyanogenic poisoning by spontaneous ingestion of star grass (Cynodon nlemfuensis var. 'Muguga' Stargrass Released in Zimbabwe. robustus Taxonomic name: Cynodon (Australian Grasses) , Cynodon nlemfuensis* (Australian Grasses) nlemfuensis " 17 DATA Acceptability to cattle declines rapidly with time. nlemfuensis | provided name: Cynodon nlemfuensis Vanderyst var. Leaf-blades flat; 5â16 cm long; 2â6 mm wide; stiff, or firm; mid-green, or glaucous. H�\��n�0E�|�������FB�҄JYL[Mf>���A� r�"?��U+
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doi.org/10.2307/1218950, Hanna, W.W. (1992) Cynodon dactylon (L.) Pers. 2.2â4 million spikelets/kg. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the microsporogenesis, viability and morphology of the pollen grains of two accessions of Cynodon dactylon var. nlemfuensis) and Tifton 85 (C. dactylon) are important grasses for the dairy industry in Puerto Rico. containing cyanide. Noxious Weed Information; This plant is listed by the U.S. federal government or a state. Mislevy, P. (1989) Florona Stargrass. This species is included for comparison to other species that are considered invasive. BRIDGEWALL TEMPERATURE PDF. Most workers agree that C. nlemfuensis prduces very low amounts of seed. Standard for subsequent releases. These are generally similar in 3.5-week regrowth of Digitaria eriantha, Cynodon dactylon and C. nlemfuensis. (eds) Plant Resources of South-East Asia No. Detailed decription of more than grassland species. Cynodon nlemfuensis Vanderyst. dactylon. nlemfuensis – C. n. var. None tolerates prolonged flooding, but can withstand waterlogging for 2â3 days. forage grass plants (stargrass, Cynodon nlemfuensis Vanderyst var. SE Qld. See 'Henderson/Rhodesian No. C. aethiopicus: stolons appressed to ground, woody, coarse; culms 40â100 cm tall, 2â6 mm diameter. Nutritional and energetic characterization or Brachiaria brizantha and Cynodon nlemfuensis in Sinaloa, Mexico. Longman Inc., New York, USA. An effort was made to provide equal surface areas between the two plant species but leaf area was not measured. nlemfuensis and also with C. dactylon var. Institutional collection from Johannesburg, South Africa. are generally fairly tolerant of glyphosate at normal rates, but appear susceptible to haloxyfop. Phosphorus levels in the DM of between 0.1 and 0.4% and calcium from 0.2 to 0.5% have been recorded. nlemfuensis. nlemfuensis Catalogue number:CNS 150618.1 Collector: McKenna, S.G. 1879 Date: 27-09-2016 nlemfuensis). Cynodon nlemfuensis Progress 01/01/07 to 12/31/07 Outputs OUTPUTS: Stargrasses (Cynodon plectostachyus, and C. nlemfuensis Vanderyst var. comprised different leaf bl ade masses: 800, 1200, 1600 and 2000 kg of dry matter ha-1. and Harlan, J.R. (1970) Biosystematics of Cynodon L.C. Originally from Kenya, evaluated in Puerto Rico. Stolons often woody, and culms to 100 cm tall, and 1â3 mm in diameter near the base. Nlemfuensis) provides better productivity and nutritional value. Evidence suggests that some types, at least of C. aethiopicus, are apomictic, while C. nlemfuensis may be outcrossing. Farmers need to be aware that build up of nematodes under stargrass can lead to severe consequences in subsequent nematode-susceptible vegetable and ornamental crops.Fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) and spittlebug (Prosapia bicinata) are the major insect pests, along with strip grass looper caterpillar (Mocis latipes). (Gramineae). PI 341817 High yielding variety at Corozal Substation, Puerto Rico. All grow best in full sun or light shade, although some types, at least, seem adapted to moderate shade providing fertility is adequate. Sometimes listed as C. aethiopicus. OSU Agricultural Experiment Station Bulletin B-673. There are also records of leaf blight disease caused by Rhizoctonia solani during the rainy season, black choke on inflorescences and leaves caused by Ephelis sp., a smut caused by Ustilago cynodontis, and another spikelet disease caused by a Fusarium sp.Nematodes isolated from these grasses include the stubby root (Trichodorus), spiral (Helicotylenchus), stealth (Hemicycliophora), ring (Hemicriconemoides), stunt (Tylenchorhynchus), awl (Dolichodorus), and lance (Hoplalaimus) nematodes. Due to minimal seed set in some types and the ease and reliability of vegetative establishment, these grasses are mostly propagated using either sprigs (above-ground stems) or stolons (runners) at a minimum of 1 t/ha on less than a 1 m grid. Racemes stiff, red or purple, 4â8 cm long, 5â17 borne in (1â) 2â5 whorls. A more restricted flowering period than C. dactylon, apparently flowering in response to short days. robustus Cynodon nlemfuensis in the Germplasm Resources … DM yields can be improved markedly by applications of nitrogen, with at least 10 kg/ha N applied monthly. nlemfuensis crosses with the diploid form of C. aethiopicus, and also the tetraploid C. dactylon var. Until the mid-1940s, Cynodon plants were considered as weeds due to their high adaptability, growth, and establishment in the environment. Cynodon nlemfuensis var. Leaf-blades conduplicate; 3â25 cm long; 3â7 mm wide; stiff; glaucous; leaf-blade surface scaberulous, glabrous or pilose, sparsely hairy. Tithonia diversifolia Y Cynodon nlemfuensis EN MONOCULTIVO Y SISTEMA AGROFORESTAL FORAGE YIELD AND QUALITY OF Gliricidia sepium, Tithonia diversifolia AND Cynodon nlemfuensis IN MONOCULTURE AND AGROFORESTRY SYSTEMS Jorge R. Canul-Solis1*, Luis E. Castillo-Sánchez1, José G. Escobedo-Mex2, María A. López Herrera3, Pedro E. Lara y Lara2 If well fertilized, they grow vigorously, producing the best combination of yield and quality when grazed or cut every 4â5 weeks, which generally means maintaining a stubble height of 15â25 cm, and allowing the sward to reach 30â70 cm. 'Okeechobee' Released in Florida, USA. Racemes rigid, curling upward at maturity, 3â7 cm long, 7â20 borne in 2â7 whorls. Replaced by C. nlemfuensis varieties, which are more persistent. C. plectostachyus: stolons thick, arching; culms 30â90 cm tall, 1â4 mm diameter. Broadleaf weeds can be controlled using a mixture of dicamba and 2,4-D. For harder-to-kill pasture weeds triclopyr may be effective. C. nlemfuensis genotypes produce little or no seed, whereas, generally speaking, C. aethiopicus and C. plectostachyus produce reasonable amounts of seed. Florida Agricultural Experiment Station Circular S-231. nlemfuensis, Cynodon nlemfuensis Vanderyst var. Callie; more persistent than 'Callie'. Stargrass is most nutritious when grazed every 4â5 weeks. nlemfuensis; Hyparrhenia rufa, (Ness) and the cultivars Panicum maximum, Jacq. Legal Status. (bermudagrass C. dactylon (L.) Persoon, ‘NuMex Sahara’, and stargrass C. nlemfuensis var. None listed in GRIN for any of the three species or the two varieties of C. nlemfuensis. ‘Florico’). Sprigs and newly established plants are susceptible to drought and should be kept moist. 'Florico' (Puerto Rico PI 2341; PI 562690) Released in Florida, USA (1988). Leaf-blade surface scabrous, rough on both sides, pilose, sparsely hairy, hairy on both sides. It is native to warm temperate to tropical regions of the Old World, as well as being cultivated and naturalized in the New World and on many oceanic islands.. Leaves and leaf sheaths glabrous except for few hairs on upper surface of leaf. Common names are from state and federal lists. 0 K�?�
Rich (Gramineae). Epithets used in a particular publication should be viewed critically, since much of the available data actually relate to C. nlemfuensis or C. aethiopicus. nlemfuensis " and " Cynodon nlemfuensis var. nlemfuensis) hay. 2' (PI 617094) Released in Zimbabwe. Adapted to soils that are saturated but not flooded for long periods of time. Gramineae) subfamily: Chloridoideae tribe: Cynodonteae. Cynodon nlemfuensis var. 'McCaleb' (PI 224152) Released in Florida, USA (1975). Spikelets 2â3 mm long; glumes narrow lanceolate, the upper, 1/2â3/4 of spikelet length; lemma silky pubescent to softly ciliate, palea glabrous. 2 Stargrass Released Zimbabwe. Oklahoma State University (OSU), Stillwater, OK, USA. These grasses can therefore become weeds in cropping systems, although they are not as serious as C. dactylon. CYNODON nlemfuensis Vanderyst [family POACEAE], (1922). Hodges, E.M., Boyd, F.T., Dunavin, L.S., Kretschmer Jr., A.E., Mislevy, P. and Stanley Jr., R.L. 2'. C. nlemfuensis var. Summary of Invasiveness Top of page. About This Subject; View Images Details; View Images; Maps. de Wet, J.M.J. robustus. High nutritive value if managed correctly. edepot.wur.nl/327785, Harlan, J.R., de Wet, J.M.J. Levels of up to 150 ppm HCN have been measured in C. nlemfuensis and up to 250 ppm in C. aethiopicus. Early elite variety, distributed to other countries including Malawi and USA. and have the potential to reduce or eliminate nematode populations in preparation for establishing susceptible crops such as tomato (Solanum lycopersicum). However, drought tolerance comparisons have been drawn. Forages. None of these grasses is greatly affected by diseases, particularly if managed to remain young and leafy. Digestibility of top growth killed by frost declines by 5â6 percentage units after 1 week, and 15â18 percentage unit after 4 weeks. Although these grasses all appear similar, DNA comparison indicates strongest species similarities were between C. aethiopicus and C. arcuatus, C. plectostachyus and C. transvaalensis, and C. nlemfuensis and C. incompletus, and little variation within C. aethiopicus. Inflorescence a digitate or sub-digitate panicle, comprising 3â20 spreading, spike-like racemes 3â11 cm long, in 1â7 whorls. ‘Florico’). ‘Florico’) in cattle INTRODUCTION Grasses of the genus Cynodon, belonging to the Poaceae family, came from Africa and were introduced in North America … Neonate larvae from 3 corn strain and 3 rice strain colonies preferentially selected corn over stargrass in petri dish choice tests. However, 1,000â1,500 kg/ha LWG are also possible. 'Henderson/Rhodesian No. Hay cures rapidly under favourable conditions. It is suggested that all stargrasses identified as C. plectostachyus prior to 1970 were probably C. nlemfluensis. In Australia, var. (1970) Geographic distribution of the species of Cynodon L.C. Some types of C. aethiopicus and C. plectostachyus are capable of significant seed production, although experience in Florida suggests some genotypes of C. aethiopicus produce little or no seed there. Conservation Code: Not threatened Naturalised Status: Alien to Western Australia Name Status: Current Brief Description Amanda Spooner, Tuesday 27 November 2001. Introduced. Mature stargrass was harvested and stored as hay (approximately 350 kg round bales, 90% DM) in two consecutive years. Yields vary greatly with time of year, moisture availability, defoliation management, and nitrogen fertility. ‘Florona’) are the most recent commercial star grass launches by the University of Florida in the USA (Mislevy et al. While reports of high levels of HCN in C. plectostachyus exist, these may well result from mistaken identification of the species in question, and actually refer to C. nlemfuensis . C. nlemfuensis is often preferred by cattle to the more robust C. aethiopicus. �Ҡ0(
A note on the total and inorganic P contents of Digitaria decumbens Stent, Cynodon dactylon cv. var. (1977) Tropical Pasture and Fodder Plants. Top growth killed by frost. C. aethiopicus and C. nlemfuensis have been shown to be resistant to root knot nematode (Meloidogyne spp.) Genus: Cynodon Species: Cynodon nlemfuensis Varieties: C. n. var. C. nlemfuensis var. Under continuous heavy grazing or regular cutting in infertile soils, stands tends to succumb and the sward is opened to invasion by broadleaf weeds and C. dactylon. Stapf; Chloris gayana, Kunt; Cynodon nlemfuensis, Vanderyst var. The area should be free of C. dactylon. ‘Florona’ stargrass is a long-lived, persistent perennial grass similar to 'Ona' (PI 224566) Released in Florida, USA (1979). Cynodon nlemfuensis var. C. nlemfuensis is adapted to soils with a pH between about 4.5 and 8, but ideally between about 5.5 and 7, and is not as salt tolerant as C. dactylon. Institutional collection from Zimbabwe. Good carrying capacity and average daily gain, and higher IVOMD and better persistence than 'Ona'. Cynodon nlemfuensis Vanderyst is the most promising of the star grass group since it has favorable characteristics as forage and is genetically related to C. dactylon (Wu and Taliaferro, 2009). With manual planting, stems are inserted into the soil to 75% of their length before compacting. Adapted to soils that are saturated but not flooded for long periods of time. Abstract. We have therefore chosen to treat these major species on a single Fact Sheet in an attempt to address the confusion. nlemfuensis : Source: Poaceae update, database (version Sept. 2010) Acquired: 2010 : Notes: Poaceae update for ITIS, in cooperation with NatureServe, and based on the Catalogue of New World Grasses database and other sources : Reference for: Cynodon nlemfuensis var. dactylon (L.) Pers. nlemfuensis cv. This plant is listed by the U.S. federal government or a state. While some 'Ona' still exists, much has been replaced by 'Florona' and 'Florico'. Origin unknown. Some types produce reasonable amounts of seed and have vigorous seedlings, thus having considerable potential for spread by seed. Potential to produce high levels of HCN. nlemfuensis – C. n. var. 7���M�pS�g�{Vz*. Noxious Weed Information. Although mostly very palatable when young, acceptability to cattle declines rapidly beyond about 5-week regrowth. Common names in general have not been applied consistently or uniformly applied to C. aethiopicus, C. nlemfuensis and C. plectostachyus. C. nlemfuensis var. Common names are from state and federal lists. The genus name comes from Greek words meaning "dog-tooth". Information Stoloniferous perennial without rhizomes; stolons stout and woody, lying flat on the ground; stems robust to fairly slender, up to 60 cm high, soft, not woody. Guidelines for establishment and management of sown forages. C. aethiopicus extends over a similar native range to C. nlemfuensis, but C. plectostachyus appears limited to a more restricted range within the tropics than the others. African Bermudagrass. nlemfuensis Vanderyst (2n = 2x = 18, stargrass). nlemfuensis cv. p. 100â102. We found that corn, two Cynodon spp. Cynodon nlemfuensis Vanderyst var. The forage cultivar, âTifton 85â bermudagrass was bred by crossing a tetraploid introduction of C. dactylon with âTifton 68â, a tetraploid strain of C. nlemfuensis. nlemfuensis Vanderyst WildNet taxon ID 10386 Alternate name(s) African stargrass Conservation significant No Confidential No Endemicity Introduced Pest status Environmental Weed Other resources The Australasian Virtual Herbarium (AVH) Atlas of Living Australia. Both C. aethiopicus and C. nlemfuensis have the potential to produce high levels of prussic acid (HCN) any time during the growing season, particularly when heavily fertilized with nitrogen. Star grass (Cynodon nlemfuensis) | Feedipedia. dc.library.okstate.edu/digital/collection/AgCoop/id/3320/. Palatable and high quality forage when harvested or grazed regularly. In hay production or cut-and-carry systems, where plant material and therefore nutrients are removed, 50â100 kg/ha N should be applied 4â6 weeks before each cutting, and levels of other nutrients in the soil maintained or closely monitored. C. plectostachyus appears more drought-hardy than the others, growing down to 450 mm rainfall, but up to 4,000 mm (commonly 500â1,500 mm). Materials and Methods Forage Treatment and Analysis. The species has the capability to easily re-sprout from stolons and rooted runners. �Ҡ0({S���Jѕң��])�Rv��ʳ+��fO�����a�4{�=�fO�������tz8=��5�U,��Y̘�qf������������$p&`&�`����p��~��8_a�����*�W���m��2��X+i��ϝ�����n�I���� Forage quality when harvested or grazed every 4â5 weeks is about the same for most star grasses. Forms a moderately open sod with clumps of erect stems giving a bunch effect. Clayton & Harlan. Family: Poaceae (alt. The website also provides access to a database and images of herbarium specimens found at the University of South Florida and other herbaria. All are very drought tolerant but produce little forage during periods of moisture stress. When placed in a moist, firm seedbed, nodes sprout in 5â10 days, and a solid stand can be achieved in 3 months after planting under good conditions. Distinguished from var. nlemfuensis – African Bermudagrass Subordinate Taxa. Name . Alternatively, if the rest period is increased to 7 weeks or more, CP levels can fall to 7â8% and IVOMD to 42â53%. The Atlas of Florida Plants provides a source of information for the distribution of plants within the state and taxonomic information. �Ҡ0(
ABSTRACT: This study reports the epidemiological data and the clinical-pathological condition of five outbreaks of cyanogenic poisoning in cattle spontaneously ingesting star grass (Cynodon nlemfuensis Vanderyst var. robustus W.D. robustus Clayton & J.R. Harlan. nlemfuensis cv. Larger types are suitable for cut-and-carry, although quality declines rapidly in bulky stands. Check other web resources for Cynodon nlemfuensis Vanderyst :. Leaf blades flat, linear lanceolate, green to purplish-red, pubescent to almost glabrous, 3â30 cm long, 2â7 mm wide, minutely scabrous; ligule a dense row of short hairs on a membranous rim 0.2â0.3 mm long. There are also records of leaf blight disease caused by Rhizoctonia solani during the rainy season, black choke on inflorescences and leaves caused by Ephelis sp. In: Mannetje, L.ât and Jones, R.M. nlemfuensis) hay on growth rate and carcass characteristics of cull cows. Originally from near Lake Manyara, Tanzania. nlemfuensis ‘Florona’) in 550 ml pots were randomly placed within the enclosure. Florida Agricultural Experiment Station Circular S-362. Leaf-blades flat; 10â30 cm long; 4â7 mm wide; mid-green. More rapid rotation of grazing animals (say every 1 or 2 weeks), can lead to higher liveweight gains, providing overall stocking rates and adequate stubble levels are maintained. African bermudagrass (Cynodon nlemfuensis var. Freshly harvested planting material is broadcast on clean cultivated soil and covered by discing 5â10 cm deep and heavily rolled. Racemes slender or flexuous, green or pigmented, 4â7 (â10) cm long, 4â8 (â13) borne in 1 or 2 whorls. Invasive Listing Sources. Adapted to soils that are saturated but not flooded for long periods of time. Eastern Africa - Ethiopia to Zimbabwe; introduced elsewhere as a fodder grass. Bogdan, A.V. All are tolerant of heavy grazing although the finer types appear more grazing tolerant than the more robust types. This plant has no children Legal Status. However, in Florida, USA, it is not recommended north of a line between Brooksville and Orlando. C. nlemfuensis grows in areas with an average annual rainfall between about 600 and 3,000 mm (commonly 800â1,200 mm), and appears to be more drought tolerant than C. aethiopicus that originates from areas of similar rainfall. dc.library.okstate.edu/digital/collection/AgCoop/id/3320/, Making the most of small quantities of seed. Forage quality drops rapidly after 5 weeks of regrowth and following heavy frost. Grasses: Usually not planted with other grasses.Legumes: Arachis pintoi, Centrosema molle, Desmodium uncinatum, Listia bainesii, Stylosanthes guianensis, Trifolium repens. C. dactylon is a stoloniferous grass widely naturalized in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. However, confirmed cases of prussic acid poisoning are not common. Higher yielding than 'Ona' and 'Florico' but slightly lower digestibility. These are very vigorous grasses that, unmanaged, can overgrow associated legumes. Cynodon spp. Click on a place name to get a complete noxious weed list for that location, or click here for a composite list of all Federal and State Noxious Weeds . A contaminant in stands of C. dactylon cv. Cynodon nlemfuensis Vanderyst var. Florico (Cynodon nlemfuensis Vanderyst var.nlemfuensis cv. The genus as a whole as well as its species are commonly known as Bermuda grass or dog's tooth grass. No. doi.org/10.1080/00128325.1970.11662465, Harlan, J.R., de Wet, J.M.J., Huffine, W.W. and Deakin J.R. (1970) A guide to the species of Cynodon (Gramineae). Pudoc Scientific Publishers, Wageningen, the Netherlands. 1922; USDA, ARS, Germplasm Resources Information Network. robustus. However, those that produce little or no seed can still spread vegetatively at around 2 cm/day over bare soil in the growing season. Originating from Muguga Station, near Nairobi, Kenya. Some types make good cool season growth with adequate moisture and fertility. No reference that we have lists this species as invasive in North America. Higher yielding but nearly 50% lower intake than 'IB-1', the local variety. ISAH 2005 - Warsaw, Poland, 1: 244-247: Gutierrez, O. ; Geerken, C. M. ; Diaz, A., 1983. ' ( Puerto Rico, or glaucous Agricole du Congo Belge ( et du Ruanda-Urundi 13:342! Broadleaf weeds can be shaded out by taller grasses and trees plant is listed by the U.S. federal government a... Flat ; 5â16 cm long, 7â20 borne in 2â7 whorls PI 562690 ) Released in Florida, USA improved. From 'Ona ' of seed species but leaf area was not measured is most nutritious grazed. Very low amounts of seed a database and Images of herbarium specimens found at University. 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