Warm-Season Perennial Grasses (Florida Forage Handbook)

Marcelo Wallau, Joao Vendramini, José Dubeux, and Ann Blount

Bahiagrass (Paspalum notatum Flüggé) is the most common and widely used warm-season perennial grass in Florida. Originally from South America, it is planted on over two million acres in the state and on over four million acres in the southeastern United States. The adaptation to low soil fertility and low input management makes the species one of the most popular for livestock production in Florida. It can be established by seed and is used mainly for pasture and hay production with adequate yield and acceptable animal performance. It is well adapted to the southern Coastal Plain region of the US. It establishes well in sandy soils with limited water retention and low inherent soil fertility, and is tolerant to drought, sporadic flooding, and continuous stocking.

M. O. Wallau, J. M. B. Vendramini, and J. K. Yarborough

This 10-page document is primarily for Extension agents and farmers looking for detailed information about bermudagrass production in Florida, including cultivar characteristics, fertilization, and pest and disease management

João Vendramini, Ann Blount, andJosé Dubeux

SS-AGR-59 describes this robust, warm-season perennial grass native from Africa, useful in southern Florida for fall and winter grazing — establishment, management of established stands, and pests. Includes references.

J. M. B. Vendramini, J. C. B. Dubeux Jr., and L. E. Sollenberger

J. Vendramini, P. Moriel, and L. Wiggins

Joao Vendramini, Lynn E. Sollenberger, and Ken Quesenberry, Marcelo Wallau, and Jose C.B. Dubeux Jr.

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet for Commercial audience(s).

L. E. Sollenberger

J. Vendramini and P. Mislevy