Dichanthium annulatum (Marvel Grass)
Dichanthium annulatum (Marvel grass, Diaz bluestem, Kleberg bluestem, Hindi grass, ringed dichanthium, sheda grass, medio bluestem) is a grasses & fodder species sourced from Indian natural stands, suited for biomass production, erosion control, and agroforestry.
| Botanical Synonyms | Andropogon annulatus, Andropogon comosus, Andropogon garipensis |
| Common Names | Marvel grass, Diaz bluestem, Kleberg bluestem, Hindi grass, ringed dichanthium, sheda grass, medio bluestem |
| Plant Form | Grasses & Fodder |
| Seeds per kg (approx.) | 2000000 |
| Collection Period | Sept-Nov |
| Germination | 60% |
| Seed Longevity | 6-12 months |
| Seed Treatment | Not essential |
Growing & Establishment
Bamboo seeds require warm temperatures of 20–30°C for germination. Sow in well-drained, nutrient-rich soil and maintain consistent moisture during the establishment phase. Seedlings are slow in the first year but grow rapidly once the root system is developed. Direct seeding and nursery-raised polybag transplants are both effective methods widely used in Indian forestry and agroforestry programmes.
Use in India
India holds one of the world's largest bamboo resources, covering over 13 million hectares. Bamboo cultivation is actively promoted under national agroforestry, CAMPA, and Mission Bamboo programmes. This species is widely planted across Northeastern India, the Western Ghats, and the Himalayan foothills for livelihood generation and ecological restoration.
SeedsCart sources bamboo seeds directly from certified natural stands across India. Seeds are tested for viability and dispatched fresh each season. Bulk quantities are available for plantation programmes, government nurseries, and commercial growers — contact us for institutional pricing. We ship internationally.
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Product Specifications
| Name | Dichanthium annulatum (Marvel Grass) |
|---|---|
| Category | Bamboo Seeds |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Net Quantity | 100g / 250g / 500g / 1kg (as per variant selected) |
| Marketed by | Ebbora Agritech Pvt. Ltd., 47 Panditwari, P.O. Premnagar, Dehradun - 248001, Uttarakhand |
| Manufactured by | Ebbora Agritech Pvt. Ltd., 47 Panditwari, P.O. Premnagar, Dehradun - 248001, Uttarakhand |
| MRP | 399.00 (Incl. of all taxes) |
| Customer Support | Email: support@seedscart.in Call: '+91-7455025717 |
Germination Guide
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Tips
- Highly competitive once established — this species tends to dominate mixed plantings, so consider it for single-species stands rather than diverse pasture mixes Slow first-year growth is normal; the deep root system (down to a meter) develops before rapid top growth follows Excellent for erosion control on slopes, tolerating gradients up to 20 degrees
