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African Bermudagrass (Cynodon nlemfuensis)

African Bermudagrass (Cynodon nlemfuensis) is a vigorous, warm-season perennial grass known for its rapid growth and drought tolerance, often used for lawns and pastures.

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Sunlight

Requires full sun for best growth and density.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Drought tolerant once established.

Soil

Tolerates a wide range of soil types, but prefers well-drained, fertile soils. It can adapt to sandy, loamy, or clay soils.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures between 24-32 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Benefits from regular fertilization during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Requires full sun for best growth and density.

Can tolerate partial shade but may be less vigorous.

Water

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Drought tolerant once established.

Soil

Tolerates a wide range of soil types, but prefers well-drained, fertile soils. It can adapt to sandy, loamy, or clay soils.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures between 24-32 °C.

Susceptible to frost and will go dormant in cooler weather.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Benefits from regular fertilization during the growing season.

Use a balanced fertilizer with adequate nitrogen.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Grass

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Groundcover

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.1-0.3 m

Spread

Extensive

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

Browns in cool weather

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Linear

Optimal Sunlight Lux

100000

Weed Status

Yes

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Synonyms
Cynodon aethiopicus Clayton & J.R.Harlan
Cynodon parodii Caro & E.A.Sánchez
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderPoales
  • familyPoaceae
  • genusCynodon
  • speciesCynodon nlemfuensis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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