Department of Defense Natural Resources Program: Browntop Millet (Panicum ramosum). Section 7.15. US Army Corps of Engineers Wildlife Resources Management Manual.

摘要

A plant materials report on browntop millet (Panicum ramosum) is provided as Section 7.1.5 of the US Army Corps of Engineers Wildlife Resources Management Manual. The report was prepared as a guide to assist the project biologist with the selection, establishment, and management of suitable plant materials for wildlife and habitat development programs. Major topics covered are description, distribution, habitat requirements, wildlife value, establishment, maintenance, and cautions and limitations. Brown top millet is a introduced annual grass, adapted to the Southeast and frequently used in the management of food resources for waterfowl and upland game birds. The distinguishing characteristics, regional distribution, and habitat requirements of this species are described, and its value to wildlife is discussed. Specifications are provided for the establishment of Brown top millet on wildlife food plots. Topics include site selection, plot design, site preparation, and planting methods; special emphasis is given to combination plantings with agricultural crops and other supplemental wildlife foods. Maintenance requirements and cautions and limitations are also discussed. Keywords: Brown top millet; Habitat development; Panicum ramosum; Upland game bird food; Waterfowl food; Aquatic plants. (KT)