Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
bourgaei
ID:
846909

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hack.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Flora 68: 134 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000846244

Common Names

  • Andropogon bourgaei
  • Bourgeai Bluestem
  • Bourgeai Beardgrass

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Description

Andropogon bourgaei (also called Bourgae's 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 bourgaei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has a wide range of medicinal uses, including treating fever, coughs, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Andropogon bourgaei has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andropogon bourgaei can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist soil mix. All propagation methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Andropogon bourgaei

Andropogon bourgaei can be found in the tropical and subtropical grasslands, savannas, and shrublands of Africa.

Andropogon bourgaei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andropogon bourgaei?

Andropogon bourgaei

What is the common name of Andropogon bourgaei?

Bourgès' Beardgrass

What type of plant is Andropogon bourgaei?

Grass

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:387601-1: 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].