Paspalum notatum

Bahia grass

A grass with stems up to 50 cm high that forms dense turf. Often found on coastal sands and other sandy soils. Grows in areas with moderate to high rainfall and a short dry season. Drought resistant. Persists on poor soils and under heavy grazing. Rather unpalatable. The nutritive value remains high when mature, but it is not very productive. Recommended for protection against erosion on sloping ground. Tolerant of flooding and salinity.

							As % of dry matter
						DM	CP	CF	Ash	EE	NFE	Ref
Fresh, early bloom, Brazil							7.4	31.3	12.0	1.2	48.0	537
Fresh, mid-bloom, Brazil							8.4	28.1	13.5	2.3	47.8	"
Fresh, late bloom, Lao							13.0	34.5	6.8	4.0	41.7	595
Hay, Brazil							12.3	33.5	11.4	1.4	41.4	537