Response Of Para-Centro Combination-Different Fertilizer Levels Under Coconut

Rodolfo  G. Escalada,; Guindolino  R. Gerona,

Response Of Para-Centro Combination-Different Fertilizer Levels Under Coconut

Rodolfo G. Escalada | Guindolino R. Gerona

Abstract:

Paragras [Brachiaria mutica (Forsk.) Stapf] and centrosema (Centrosema pubescens Ben th.) were grown in combination under coconut and subjected to different fertilizer treatments. High dry matter yields were obtained during periods when soil moisture, nutrients, and solar radiation had been favorable for plant growth. Regrowth of both grass and legume was adversely affected by water stress coupled with high light intensity when pruning coincided with dry months. This condition depressed production and development of leaves and branches. Centrosema with a creeping growth habit was less affected by periodic pruning compared to paragrass which has an upright growth habit.

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