Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
angustatus
ID:
846761

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Presl) Steud.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl. Glumac. 1: 370 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000846096

Common Names

  • Narrow Bluestem
  • Narrow Grass
  • Narrow Spear Grass

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Description

Andropogon angustatus (also called Narrow-Leaved 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 angustatus is used as an ornamental grass in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to help control soil erosion and can be used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Andropogon angustatus is a small, yellowish spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown grain. The seedlings are small, with narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andropogon angustatus is a perennial grass native to the southeastern United States. It is a clump-forming grass that grows up to 4 feet tall and produces arching, blue-green foliage. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Andropogon angustatus

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

Andropogon angustatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andropogon angustatus?

Andropogon angustatus

What is the common name of Andropogon angustatus?

Narrow Bluestem

What is the growth habit of Andropogon angustatus?

It is a tall, perennial grass that grows in clumps and can reach up to 8 feet in height.

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

Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:387477-1: 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].