Echinochloa oryzicola, also called late watergrass or echinochloa phyllopogon, is an annual species of monocot grass that grows in temperate climates. It is native to East Asia, and is found in China, Korea, Japan and the Russian Far East near Vladivostok. It has been introduced into Europe, in Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal and Spain, and also the Transcaucasus. As a weed, some examples in Portugal have developed resistance to Group A and Group B herbicides.
Early barnyardgrass is well resistant to disease and generally not susceptible to illnesses. Regarding care, this species is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs only light watering, and larger plants typically do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they bloom. Early barnyardgrass is a good choice for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or deck, and it does not demand extensive gardening experience.
How to keep Echinochloa Oryzicola.
Light
Barnyardgrass, in its early stages, originates from luminous, open settings where it flourishes in abundant sunlight. It can withstand semi-shady conditions but it has a preference for unobstructed sunlight for ideal development. This plant, which can be both annual and biennial, is renowned for its affinity for sunlight.
Temperature
Early barnyardgrass can adjust to varying temperature conditions, though the mix of heat and water situations can still constrain its spread. It grows optimally in hot climate during summer, provided there is enough rain or irrigation. Extended periods of overcast and wet conditions, along with long-lasting high temperatures, can augment the probability of early barnyardgrass perishing. During winter, suitable safeguarding against cold can enhance the plant's survival rate.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Grass
- Life Cycle
- Annual
- Genus
- Echinochloa
- Family
- Poaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 8-11
- Mature Height
- 91 cm
- Mature Spread
- 30 cm to 61 cm
- Leaf Color
- Green
- Leaf Type
- Semi-evergreen
- Flower Color
- Yellow, Green, Brown
- Flower Size
- 7.62 cm to 15.24 cm
- Bloom Time
- Summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
- Native Area
- Tajikistan, Turkey, India, Armenia, Turkmenistan, China, Uzbekistan, Russia, Afghanistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Italy, Japan, Azerbaijan, South Korea, Thailand
