Content Type
Date of publication
Institution
Plantwise
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Description/Abstract
Striga is a parasitic weed which “bewitches” maize, millet and sorghum; hencesmall sticky seeds which can remain in the soil for over 20can only germinate when they sense the presence of a host crop, from which they suck food.
Keywords
Strega, maize
Contact name (for further information)
Albert Mate
Contact email (for further information)
Contact phone (for further information)
+260 977 428480
Contact institution (for further information)
Plantwise
Citation
Albert Mate, Plantwise, Factsheets for Farmers, 2014. Zambia
Target audience
CCARDESA Category
