Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
cirratus
ID:
847004

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hack.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Flora 68: 119 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000846339

Common Names

  • Cirratus
  • Cirrate Beardgrass
  • Cirrate Bristlegrass

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Description

Andropogon cirratus (also called Curly Beard 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 cirratus is used as an ornamental grass in gardens and landscapes, and is also used for erosion control and as a forage grass for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Andropogon cirratus is a small, pale yellow spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown caryopsis. The seedling is a small, upright grass with narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andropogon cirratus is a perennial grass that is native to the United States. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be planted in the spring or fall in a well-prepared seedbed. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the grass is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in the same manner as the seed.

Where to Find Andropogon cirratus

Andropogon cirratus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Andropogon cirratus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andropogon cirratus?

Andropogon cirratus

What is the common name of Andropogon cirratus?

Cirrate Beardgrass

What is the natural habitat of Andropogon cirratus?

Dry, open woods, prairies, and roadsides

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:387682-1: 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].