Native Wild Sorghum - Sorghum leiocladum (Sarga) seeds

Sorghum leiocladum - Native Wild Sorghum
A hardy, perennial grass with edible seeds and ecological value, perfect for native grasslands and bush food projects.

Quick Facts

• Height: Grows as an erect, tufted grass up to 1.5 meters tall.
• Flowers: Cinnamon-colored flower spikes up to 35 cm long from November to March; wind-pollinated.
• Leaves: Yellow-green in warmer months, turning pale brown in winter.
• Soil: Thrives in sandy soils but adapts to various soil types.
• Position: Prefers sunny, dry grassland areas; resprouts after fire.

Why Grow Sorghum leiocladum?

Native Wild Sorghum is a versatile and resilient plant offering ecological benefits, bush food potential, and ornamental value. Its ability to thrive in dry grasslands and withstand fire makes it a valuable addition to native landscapes and restoration projects.

Bush Food Note

Native Wild Sorghum seeds were a traditional food source for Indigenous communities:

• Seeds:
  • Edible, sweet, and flavorful.
  • Traditionally ground, baked, and consumed as a staple food.
  • Suitable for use in modern recipes, including bread and baked goods.

Ecological Benefits

• Wildlife Habitat: Provides food for adult butterflies and their larvae.
• Grazing Plant: Nutritious forage for herbivores in grassland ecosystems.

How to Grow

1. Sowing Instructions:

   • Sow fresh seeds in sandy or well-drained soil.
   • Best germination occurs at temperatures above 20°C.

2. Position:

   • Plant in full sun for optimal growth.
   • Suitable for dry grasslands and open eucalypt communities.

3. Care Tips:

   • Minimal maintenance required once established.
   • Resprouts after fire, making it ideal for fire-prone areas.
   • Water during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature.

Uses in Your Garden

• Bush Food Garden: Produces sweet, edible seeds for traditional and modern culinary uses.
• Native Landscaping: Adds texture and height to grassland gardens and restoration projects.
• Wildlife Habitat: Attracts butterflies and provides forage for grazing animals.
• Ornamental Value: Cinnamon-colored flower spikes and rusty red leaves enhance visual appeal.

Germination Tips

• Fresh Seeds: Germinate easily without dormancy restrictions.
• Temperature: Germination is optimal above 20°C.
• Storage: Dry storage at alternating temperatures can overcome dormancy in older seeds.

Order Now

Add the versatile and nutritious Sorghum leiocladum to your garden. With its edible seeds, ecological benefits, and resilience, Native Wild Sorghum is a perfect choice for bush food enthusiasts and native grassland landscapes.

Order your Native Wild Sorghum seeds today and cultivate a plant that thrives in challenging conditions while offering beauty and utility!