Calliandra calothyrsus is a small, leguminous tree with characteristic pink flowers. It grows in a wide range of climatic and soil conditions, from the sea level to the highlands, but it performs best in coffee zones. Acidic soils, waterlogging and frost affect its growth and its economic benefits can be realized in the first year of planting. The tree can produce fodder continuously for more than 10 years. It can be grown in various sites on the farm since it does not compete with crops growing adjacent to it, as long as it is properly managed to reduce the shading effect.
Publication year
2005
Authors
Poshiwa X; Chikumba N; Muza M R; Kaunye G; Mwenye D
Language
English
Keywords
animal feed crops, calliandra calothyrsus, fodder crops, grasslands, seedlings, transplanting, trees
Geographic
Zimbabwe
