Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
columbiensis
ID:
1324281

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gir.-Cañas

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Caldasia 35: 13 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336735

Common Names

  • Andropogon Columbiensis
  • Colombian Andropogon
  • Colombian Beardgrass

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Description

Andropogon columbiensis (also called Columbian bluestem, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the Southwestern United States and Mexico. It is a tall grass, growing up to 2 m in height, with a clumping habit and narrow leaves. It is found in dry, open habitats, such as grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Andropogon columbiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Andropogon columbiensis has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black, and glossy. The seedlings have two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andropogon columbiensis is an evergreen grass that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Once established, the plant requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Andropogon columbiensis

Andropogon columbiensis is native to Colombia and can be found in the Magdalena Valley.

Andropogon columbiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andropogon columbiensis?

Andropogon columbiensis

What kind of plant is Andropogon columbiensis?

It is a species of grass

Where is Andropogon columbiensis found?

It is found in Colombia

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

Diego Giraldo-Cañas (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gir.-Cañas' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77131474-1: 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].