ABSTRACT
Marvel grass is a popular forage crop and very much palatable for ruminants. Marvel grass originates from North Africa and India. It was introduced to Southern Africa, tropical America, the Caribbean, Southeast Asia, China, the Pacific Islands, and Australia. This is a popular pasture grass in many areas. It can be used in fields for grazing livestock and cut for hay and silage. Marvel grasses yield about 15-60 q/ha of dry matter; however under irrigated condition, the yield may go up to 170 q/ha. Green forage production ranges from 60 to 100 q/ha. The grass may produce 40-90 kg seed/ha. The grass contains 2.6-10.4% of crude protein, 34.9-45.5% crude fiber, and 7.1% lignin.
