How to grow and care for Echinochloa frumentacea
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Echinochloa frumentacea, Sawa millet, Indian barnyard millet, Japanese barnyard millet, Siberian millet
Echinochloa frumentacea 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct light
16C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
water
How to water Echinochloa frumentacea
How often should I water?
check Echinochloa frumentacea Every 7 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
Light & Location
How much light does a Echinochloa frumentacea need?

Bright direct light
Grow light
Light preference
Echinochloa frumentacea likes Bright direct light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!
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20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-15
3~35℃
45
Houseplants
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Echinochloa frumentacea at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
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40~70%
100
Echinochloa frumentacea prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
Collective Knowhow
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
---|---|
Lifespan | Annual |
Hardiness Zone | 5 - 9 |
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