Jerga grass (Dichanthium annulatum)

Local Name: Jerga grass, Blue stem, Marvel grass

Jerga grass is a perennial tufted grass and is very common in the natural pasture lands in the western tract of Uttar Pradesh. It grows to a height of 70-90 cm during monsoon when it covers all types of weeds. The average yield of the grass is 500-600 quintals per hectare in 4-5 cuttings. The grass is normally propagated by root stumps.

Nutritive value

Jerga grass is maintenance quality roughage containing 7-9% protein and 35% crude fibre at the flowering stage. After the well known doob, this grass is very much relished by the horses.