Brachiaria, Mulato | |
| Species: | Brachiaria, Mulato |
| Scientific Name: | Brachiaria brizantha x B. ruziziensis
(Mulato)
B. ruziziensis x B. decumbens x B. brizantha (Mulato II) |
| Cultivars: | Mulato and Mulato II (both artificial hybrids selected for tolerance of high soil aluminium). |
| Growth Habit: | Upright growth, large leaves have distinct soft feel. Both faces of the leaf are densely covered with long hairs. Hairy ligule. Inflorescence is a panicle 5 inches long, with 4- 8 racemes that are 2 inches long. |
| Life Cycle: | Perennial |
| Origin: | South America |
| Production Season: | March to October. |
| Nutritive Value: | Varies depending on management. Highly palatable to ruminants. CP 11-13%. Digestibility 70% |
| Use: | Grazing |
Adaptation | |
| Soil: | Sand to clay; requires well drained soils. Medium to high fertility. Can grow in less fertile acid soils with high Al |
| pH: | 4.5 to above 7.0 |
| Rainfall: | 40-135 inches |
| Temperature: | Not cold tolerant. Tropical and warm subtropics. Adapted to south Florida |
Management | |
| Planting Date: | March 15 to Aug 15 |
| Planting Depth: | 1/4-1/2 inch |
| Seeding Rate: | 10 lb/acre. |
| Seed Cost: | $12/lb; $120/acre; |
| Fertilization: | For fertilization info click this link |
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Notes | |
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