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Little Millet Grass

Panicum sumatrense, Poaceae

Zones
9–11
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Ground CoverMulch MakerBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Black VetiverVetiveria nigritana
Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat
Long Sheath BambooDendrocalamus longispathus
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat
Chinese Dragon BambooDendrocalamus sinicus
Shade ProvisionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Canada BluejointCalamagrostis canadensis

Canada bluejoint forms dense sods that exclude smaller grass species through resource competition

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlPasture GrassBiomass Production

Edible Parts

Seeds

Common Questions

What zones does Little Millet Grass grow in?

Little Millet Grass grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Little Millet Grass?

Good companions for Little Millet Grass include Black Vetiver, Long Sheath Bamboo, Chinese Dragon Bamboo.

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