Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.Camus) Voronts.
Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 68: 194 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315078
Common Names
- Andringitrensis Andropogon
- Andringitrensis Andropogon Grass
- Andringitrensis Andropogon Plant
Description
Andropogon andringitrensis (also called 'Andringitra Grass', among many other common names) is a species of grass native to Madagascar. It has a clumping growth habit and long, narrow leaves. It is found in dry, rocky habitats and is drought tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Andropogon andringitrensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Andropogon andringitrensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Andropogon andringitrensis is a perennial grass that is native to Madagascar. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or early summer. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in the desired location.
Where to Find Andropogon andringitrensis
Andropogon andringitrensis can be found in the dry deciduous forests of Madagascar.
Andropogon andringitrensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Andropogon andringitrensis?
Andropogon andringitrensis
What is the family of Andropogon andringitrensis?
Poaceae
What is the native range of Andropogon andringitrensis?
Madagascar
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77128350-1: 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].