Panicum sonorum Sauwi (Gramineae)

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Panicum sonorum
Sauwi
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The Panicum sonorum plant species is found in Southern N. America - Northern Mexico. It is a member of the Gramineae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Sauwi.

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Latin Name:  Panicum sonorum
Common Name:  Sauwi
Family:  Gramineae
Author:  Beal.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Poor land[160].

Cultivation Notes: We have almost no information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain. It is cultivated on a small scale in southwestern N. America for its edible seed, there is at least one named variety[183]. The plant has a long growing season and may not produce a crop on tough soils[160]. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Prefers a moderately fertile well-drained soil in full sun[200]. Succeeds in ordinary garden soil[1].

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