PhilRice

Soil Series

Information System

0-6
6-36
36-69
69-90
90 below
San Manuel Series
Soil Fertility High
Soil pH Slightly acid to neutral (5.5-7.2)
Organic Matter Low
Phosphorus (P) High
Potassium (K) Moderate
Nutrient Retention High
Base Saturation High
Salinity Hazard Low
Physical Soil Quality
Relief Flat areas to gently sloping
Water Retention Moderate
Drainage Moderate
Permeability Moderate
Workability/Tilth Easy
Stoniness None
Rooting Depth Deep
Flooding Seasonal, subject to flood during rainy season (heavy rain)
Erosion
Surface Soil Type: fine Sandy loam
Family name: Fine loamy, mixed, isohyperthermic, Typic Haplustalf
An old soil which has undergone extensive weathering but has retained a high base status in its horizon alf Alfisol and which exhibits minimum complexity in its horizonation hapl This can be found in areas with pronounced wet and dry seasons ust The mean annual soil temperature is higher than 22C isohyperthermic