Shattercane seedheads shatter easily; seed can remain viable in the soil for 2-3 years. |
Brace roots provide support for shattercane. This weed has a growth habit very similar to corn. |
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Habitat: cultivated fields - especially cereal crops
Life cycle: annual
Growth Habit: 4-8 feet tall; resembles corn, but smaller
Leaves: 1-2.5 inch wide blades with white midveins
Inflorescence: July - October. Large panicles of rounded shiny black or red seeds that shatter easily.
Stem: smooth.
Root: fibrous root system; often forms brace roots as well
Similar plants: Shattercane resembles forage sorghum and corn. It is also similar to johnsongrass (Sorghum halepense), but lacks rhizomes and has tighter panicles and wider leaf blades. Shattercane is an annual, while johnsongrass is a perennial.
The problem is.... aggressive, rapid growth. Competitive with crops.
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Shattercane seedheads shatter easily; seed can remain viable in the soil for 2-3 years. |
Brace roots provide support for shattercane. This weed has a growth habit very similar to corn. |
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