PhilRice

Soil Series

Information System

0-15
15-55
Polillo Series
Soil Fertility Low to moderate
Soil pH Slightly acid (6.0-6.6)
Organic Matter Low
Phosphorus (P) Low
Potassium (K) Low
Nutrient Retention Moderate
Base Saturation High
Salinity Hazard None
Physical Soil Quality
Relief Nearly level to level
Water Retention Moderate
Drainage Good
Permeability Moderate to rapid
Workability/Tilth Easy
Stoniness Coarse siliceous materials
Rooting Depth Deep (>1m)
Flooding None
Erosion
Surface Soil Type: Sandy clay loam
Family name: Clayey over sandy, isohyperthermic, Typic Eutrudept
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