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Bahia grass: a dual-purpose crop

Bahia grass (Paspalum notatum) is a summer-growing perennial grass that develops stolons (above-ground stems) and rhizomes (below-ground stems).

It is best suited to sandy loam soil and tolerates low fertility and low pH. It grows well in soils with acidic pH from 4,5 to 6,,5 and the optimal soil pH is 5,5. At a pH greater than 6,5, the grass becomes stunted.

survives well in soil susceptible to drought,

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