Cenchrus incertus

Field Sandbur

Synonyms

Grassbur

ID Characteristics

Life cycle: Summer annual or perennial Growth Habit:Rhizomatous
Propagation: Seed and rhizomes
Ligule: Fringe of hairs
Auricles: Absent
Vernation: Folded
Collar: Divided at midrib
Root Type: Fibrous
Seedhead Color: Green to purple

Multimedia

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Herbicidal Control Options

  • Preemergence: DCPA, Dimethenamid-P, Dithiopyr, Pendimethalin, Simazine
  • Post Emergence: Bromacil, Halosulfuron, Metribuzin, Simazine

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