Maidencane | |
| Species: | Maidencane |
| Scientific Name: | Panicum hemitomon |
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| Growth Habit: | 2-5 feet tall; growing in pure strands, forming dense colonies; large grass-like blades. Long, rarely found panicle. Reproduces by rhizomes. |
| Life Cycle: | Perennial |
| Origin: | Native to Florida |
| Production Season: | Major growth periods from February to
May-June. Seldom produces seed. |
| Nutritive Value: | Very palatable. |
| Use: | Grazing, wildlife habitat (nesting) |
| Herbarium Image: | For an herbarium image click this link. |
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| Soil: | Favors large Marshy areas, organic soils. Adapted to poorly drained soils. |
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| Temperature: | Grows during warm-season |
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| Production: | High yielding and thus should be grazed carefully. |
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