Kleingrass

LATIN NAMEPanicum Coloratum (synonym: Triticum cylindricum) LONGEVITYPerennial SEASONWarm ORIGINIntroduced DETAILS• While it is an introduced species, it is not as aggressive as others• Introduced from Africa• Can be planted in a monoculture and fertilized• Works well in a blend with natives• Good grazing for cattle, but can be toxic in sheep and goats and cause liver damage to horses• Good food source for deer, and seeds are eaten by birds• Grows well in a variety of soil types.• Quick establishment and fast growth rate ensure early grazing and high forage yields.• The dense foliage provides excellent nesting cover for birds and small mammals.• Can be used to prevent soil erosion on embankments, ditches, and other highly erodible sites. QUALITY TRAITS