30014 Saccharum spontaneum

5.00

Packet Content: 50 seeds

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Description

Saccharum spontaneum (wild sugar cane, kans grass) is a grass that is native to most of Asia, Australia and Africa. It is a perennial grass, growing up to three meters in height, with spreading rhizomatous roots. Used in medicine, this plant treats respiratory problems, gynecological problems, burning pains and dyspepsia. Used to build fences and cages, baskets and plaited ropes as well as for paper making. It contains a large amount of sugar and oil so that it can be nibbled and used to feed livestock.

Sowing Advice

Spread the seeds out on moist cultivation soil and press them on. You can increase the germination rate considerably by adding approximately 25% or perlite to the soil. This natural product stores water, warmth and has a soil aerating effect. At 30°-35°C and even soil moisture, the seeds germinate after 10-20 days.