Koronivia Grass

Brachiaria humidicola, Poaceae

Zones

9–12

Layer

Ground Cover

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Ground CoverMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

4.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Hungarian CloverTrifolium pannonicum

Nitrogen Fixation

Indian Joint VetchAeschynomene indica

Nitrogen Fixation

Marsh PeaLathyrus palustris

Nitrogen Fixation

Trailing Bush CloverLespedeza procumbens

Nitrogen Fixation

Prickly JointvetchAeschynomene histrix

Nitrogen Fixation

Florida Velvet BeanStizolobium deeringianum

Nitrogen FixationPhysical Support

Chinese SennaSenna obtusifolia

Nitrogen FixationPest Deterrent

Antagonistic Plants

Dixie TicktrefoilDesmodium tortuosum

Brachiaria grasses produce root exudates that inhibit legume growth and can suppress beneficial rhizobia

Thompson's KudzuPueraria thomsonii

Thompson's kudzu can overwhelm koronivia grass through aggressive growth and allelopathic effects in tropical conditions

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlSoil Compaction ReductionLiving MulchWaterlogging Tolerance

Common Questions

What zones does Koronivia Grass grow in?

Koronivia Grass grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Koronivia Grass?

Good companions for Koronivia Grass include Hungarian Clover, Indian Joint Vetch, Marsh Pea, Trailing Bush Clover, Prickly Jointvetch.

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