Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
brasiliensis
ID:
846918

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Zanin & Longhi-Wagner

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Novon 13: 368 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000846253

Common Names

  • Andropogon brasiliensis
  • Brasiliensis Bluestem
  • Brasiliensis Beardgrass

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Description

Andropogon brasiliensis (also called Brazilian 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 brasiliensis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food source and forage for livestock. The plant is also used for erosion control and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Andropogon brasiliensis 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 brasiliensis is a perennial grass native to the southeastern United States. It grows in clumps and can reach heights of up to 4 feet. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can tolerate both wet and dry conditions. It is best propagated by division in the spring or fall. It can also be propagated from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take up to two months. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Andropogon brasiliensis

Andropogon brasiliensis can be found in the tropical and subtropical grasslands, savannas, and shrublands of South America.

Andropogon brasiliensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andropogon brasiliensis?

Andropogon brasiliensis

What is the common name of Andropogon brasiliensis?

Brazilian Beardgrass

What type of plant is Andropogon brasiliensis?

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

Hilda Maria Longhi-Wagner (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Longhi-Wagner' in the authors string.
Ana Zanin (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Zanin' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:328295-2: 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].