This study was designed to find out the reasons of the slow growth of Dystaenia takesimana in its early stages and ultimately to promote early growth. To study the growth characteristics of this species, the seedling growth rate, the effect of growth regulators, chlorophyll content in fresh leaves and the relationship between soil characteristics and seedling growth were examined. The results obtained are summarized as follows: 1. The root growth of Dystaenia takesimana was very poor in the early stage and the growth curve of root was quite different from that of alfalfa and orchardgrass. 2. The chlorophyll content of Dystaenia takesimana was very low in the seeding year compared with other pasture plants. 3. With the treatment of gibbereilic acid the plant height of Dystaenia takesimana was considerably promoted, however, this kind of treatment could not be a practical method at the field level. 4. The growth of Dystaenia takesimama was closely related with organic matter, boron and moisture content in the soil. 5. As the results of this study, it was suggested that t11e early growth of Dystaenia takesimana could be promoted 1) by shortening the period of germination with the high temperature treatment (40℃) of the seeds is pre-germination and 2) by the application of compost to the field, and selection for good seminal root development is important to improve establishment.