Root and Shoot Growth of Five Range Grasses

Five range grasses were studied at relatively young ages. Sideoats grama had the most rapid root and shoot increase and produced the most quantity. Root growth of all species was initially rapid. Root: shoot ratios were consistently above 1.0 for all grasses.

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Published in:Journal of range management 1967-05, Vol.20 (3), p.141-145
Main Authors: R. L. Dalrymple, Dwyer, Don D.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Grasses
Inflorescences
Photoperiod
Plant roots
Planting date
Plants
Rhizomes
Root growth
Root shoot ratio
Soil water
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Summary:Five range grasses were studied at relatively young ages. Sideoats grama had the most rapid root and shoot increase and produced the most quantity. Root growth of all species was initially rapid. Root: shoot ratios were consistently above 1.0 for all grasses.
ISSN:0022-409X
DOI:10.2307/3895793