bahia grass
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Definition
Noun: * A perennial tropical American grass (Paspalum notatum) used as pasture grass, particularly in arid regions of the southern United States, such as the Gulf States. It is known for its drought tolerance and ability to grow in poor soils.
Usage
Bahia grass is primarily used as a forage crop for livestock and for soil stabilization or low-maintenance turf in suitable climates. * The rancher planted bahia grass to provide feed for the cattle during the dry season. * Due to its low water requirements, bahia grass is a common choice for roadsides in Florida.
Advanced Usage
- In agricultural contexts, bahia grass is often discussed for its specific cultivars (e.g., 'Pensacola', 'Argentine') which have different growth characteristics.
- It can be described as a warm-season grass, meaning it grows actively during the hot summer months and becomes dormant and brown in winter.
Variants and Related Words
- Common Name: Bahiagrass (often written as one word).
- Scientific Name: .
Synonyms
- Pasture grass (general term)
- Forage grass (general term)
Related Phrases/Idioms
- To be (as) tough as bahia grass: An informal, regional expression implying something or someone is very resilient and hardy, much like the grass itself.
- After working on the farm all his life, the old man was as tough as bahia grass.
Noun
- perennial tropical American grass used as pasture grass in arid areas of the Gulf States