Alluvial soils are very fertile soils. They are formed due to silt deposited by the flow of rivers for many years. They are called Khadar in Telangana.
Alluvial soils are very fertile and retain moisture well.
They have high content of Potash, Phosphorus and Calcium and low content of Nitrogen and organic Carbon.
These soils are mainly located in Godavari and Krishna deltas.
They are best suitable for the cultivation of Paddy, Sugarcane, Banana, Mango and Citrus crops.
Alluvial soils are formed by the deposition of fine silt.
They are yellow in color with a higher content of Sand.
Alluvial soils are rich in Potash and Limestone and lack Nitrogen.
They are called the granaries of India.
They are generally basic in nature.
Alluvial soils are best for cultivation because they are very fertile.
They have acidic properties when rainfall is more than evaporation.
