Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
alopecurus
ID:
846735

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Desv.) Hack.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 6: 381 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000846070

Common Names

  • Fox-tail Bluestem
  • Fox-tail Grass
  • Fox-tail Spear Grass

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Description

Andropogon alopecurus (also called Foxtail Beardgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the southeastern United States. It grows in clumps and can reach heights of up to three feet. It has narrow, flat leaves and white, fluffy seed heads. It grows in open woods, meadows, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Andropogon alopecurus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Andropogon alopecurus has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a rough texture. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andropogon alopecurus is a species of grass native to tropical Africa. It is a perennial grass, growing up to 1.5 m tall, with a clumping habit and long, narrow leaves. The inflorescence is a panicle of spikelets, up to 30 cm long. It is an important forage grass, and is also used for soil stabilization and erosion control. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and climates, and is easy to propagate from seed.

Where to Find Andropogon alopecurus

Andropogon alopecurus is native to the eastern United States, from Maine to Florida and west to Texas.

Andropogon alopecurus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andropogon alopecurus?

Andropogon alopecurus

What is the natural habitat of Andropogon alopecurus?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia.

What are the common uses of Andropogon alopecurus?

It is used in traditional medicine, as a food source, and for its ornamental value.

Species in the Andropogon genus

Andropogon abyssinicus, Andropogon aequatoriensis, Andropogon africanus, Andropogon alopecurus, Andropogon amethystinus, Andropogon angustatus, Andropogon appendiculatus, Andropogon arctatus, Andropogon arenarius, Andropogon aridus, Andropogon auriculatus, Andropogon barretoi, Andropogon bentii, Andropogon bicornis, Andropogon bourgaei, Andropogon brachystachyus, Andropogon brasiliensis, Andropogon brazzae, Andropogon burmanicus, Andropogon campestris, Andropogon canaliculatus, Andropogon capillipes, Andropogon carinatus, Andropogon chevalieri, Andropogon chinensis, Andropogon chrysostachyus, Andropogon cordatus, Andropogon crassus, Andropogon crossotos, Andropogon crucianus, Andropogon curvifolius, Andropogon distachyos, Andropogon diuturnus, Andropogon durifolius, Andropogon eucomus, Andropogon exaratus, Andropogon festuciformis, Andropogon floridanus, Andropogon gabonensis, Andropogon gayanus, Andropogon gerardii, Andropogon glaucescens, Andropogon glaucophyllus, Andropogon glaziovii, Andropogon glomeratus, Andropogon greenwayi, Andropogon gyrans, Andropogon hallii, Andropogon heterantherus, Andropogon hypogynus,

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Eduard Hackel (1850-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hack.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:387457-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].