Guinea grass (Panicum maximum) is native of tropical Africa. This is the oldest grass introduced in India. The grass is tall, densely tufted perennial with numerous shoots arising from short, rhizomes. In India it is grown in almost all the states except the north-east region. It is a shade loving plant.

Key Benefits of Guinea Grass: – Rich in crude protein (8–13% or more) and highly digestible (53–79%), leading to improved milk production and weight gain in cattle, sheep, and goats.