A course, sturdy, fast growing annual grass that can be grown and regrown to 5-6 feet tall 2 to 4 times throughout the growing season. The biomass produced between cutting can be used as a fresh source of mulch or composting materials. This incredible plant loosens compacted soil, provides denses shade, and is known to suppress nematode populations. A superb choice for reviving worn-out soil, particularly if followed by a legume. 
 
Not an effective livestock feed, as it contains chemicals that can be toxic in large doses.