Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
canaliculatus
ID:
846955

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schumach.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Beskr. Guin. Pl. : 52 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000846290

Common Names

  • Channelled Bluestem
  • Channelled Beardgrass
  • Channelled Grass

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Description

Andropogon canaliculatus (also called Broom Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines. It grows in moist, sandy soils and is often found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Andropogon canaliculatus 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

The flower of Andropogon canaliculatus is a small, yellowish-green spikelet with a single floret. The seed is a small, black, oblong nutlet. The seedlings are slender and upright with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andropogon canaliculatus is a perennial grass that can be grown from seed or from vegetative cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in a shallow furrow and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants in the spring or summer and planted in moist soil. Cuttings should be kept moist and shaded until they have rooted.

Where to Find Andropogon canaliculatus

Andropogon canaliculatus is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Andropogon canaliculatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andropogon canaliculatus?

Andropogon canaliculatus

What is the common name of Andropogon canaliculatus?

Canaliculate Bluestem

What is the growth habit of Andropogon canaliculatus?

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

Heinrich Christian Friedrich Schumacher (1757-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schumach.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:387637-1: 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].