Abstract: Wild centipede grasses collected from various areas of China were cultivated in the field, and the plant's biological characteristics and ecological behaviour were assessed comprehensively. The plant has much excellent characteristics, such as long green period, rapid growth rate, high stress resistance, deep root, and easy management. Using rhizome reproduction, turf seed belt and hydraulic power spray planting technologies, the plant can be used in the reservoir, embankment and so on. The centipede grass can be used to establish many kinds of turf, so it is a perfect material for preventing and improving soil and water erosion and beautifying the environment.

Key words: centipede grass  , ecological characteristics ,  , application study