Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
auriculatus
ID:
846844

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stapf

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 9: 258 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000846179

Common Names

  • Earleaf Bluestem
  • Ear-Leaf Bluestem
  • Earleaf Beardgrass

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Description

Andropogon auriculatus (also called Ear-Leaf Bluestem, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to North America. It is a tall grass, growing up to 2 m in height, with a thin, wiry stem and a shallow root system. It is found in prairies, meadows, and open woodlands, and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types.

Uses & Benefits

Andropogon auriculatus has been used for erosion control, as a windbreak, and as a source of fuel and construction material.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Andropogon auriculatus has a flower with a long, slender spike that is usually white or cream-colored. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andropogon auriculatus is a warm-season grass native to the Mediterranean region. It is a clump-forming grass that grows in a variety of soils and is tolerant of both drought and wet conditions. It is best grown in full sun and can be propagated by seed or division. It is a good choice for erosion control, as well as for use in meadows and naturalized areas.

Where to Find Andropogon auriculatus

Andropogon auriculatus can be found in Central and South America.

Andropogon auriculatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andropogon auriculatus?

Andropogon auriculatus

What type of plant is Andropogon auriculatus?

It is a grass

Where does Andropogon auriculatus grow?

It grows in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia

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

Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:387545-1: 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].