Description:
It is a leafy, palatable, perennial tussock grass. In South Africa it occurs in the 250-650 mm rainfall
areas, most common in the 350 mm area.
Habitat:
Widely distributed in Africa on sandy subtropical soils.
Distribution:
From South to East Africa to the North in Sudan and Iran.
Uses:
It is very palatable and is sought by domestic animals and wildlife. Fire has little adverse effect on
regrowth; it stimulates seed production in South Africa. It can stand some grazing, but during severe
grazing tillers can be pulled from the ground.
Image Credits:
FOOD AND AGRICULTURE ORGANIZATION OF THE UNITED NATIONS
