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This map shows the soil drainage suitability of this crop in the state of Illinois.
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Leptochloa dubia
Synonyms:

Common Name(s): Green sprangletop
Family: Poaceae
Growth Habit: Perennial
Invasiveness:
Growing Days: 210
Temperature:
Precipitation: 12 to 24 (in.)
Winter Minimum: -13° (F)
Soil pH: 6 to 8
Soil Texture/Type: Sandy soils
Soil Drainage: Well
Photoperiod Response:
Light Intensity:
Comments:
Grown in southwest and southeast US. Short lived, warm season bunchgrass. High drought tolerance. Low salinity resistance.
Diseases:
Rust
Uses:
Animal Food - fodder, Animal Food - forage
Woodiness:

Climate:

Geographical Origin:
North America, South America

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