Pearl millet (Cenchrus americanus) is a highly nutritious cereal grain widely cultivated in arid and semi-arid regions for its drought tolerance and food security benefits.
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Sunlight
Requires full sun for optimal growth and grain production.
Watering
Water moderately during establishment and active growth. It is highly drought-tolerant once mature.
Soil
Prefers well-drained soils, tolerates a wide range of soil types including sandy and poor soils.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures, with an ideal range of 25-30°C. Sensitive to frost.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Fertilize lightly with a balanced fertilizer. Avoid excessive nitrogen.
Requires full sun for optimal growth and grain production.
Water moderately during establishment and active growth. It is highly drought-tolerant once mature.
Prefers well-drained soils, tolerates a wide range of soil types including sandy and poor soils.
Thrives in warm temperatures, with an ideal range of 25-30°C. Sensitive to frost.
Outdoor
Fertilize lightly with a balanced fertilizer. Avoid excessive nitrogen.
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Category
Grain, Vegetable
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
1-3 m
Spread
0.3-0.5 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Linear
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
