Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
eremicus
ID:
1415129

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wipff & Shaw

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2018-73: 2 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427594

Common Names

  • Andropogon eremicus
  • Desert Andropogon
  • Desert Bluestem

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Description

Andropogon eremicus (also called Eremicus Andropogon, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a simple stem, with opposite leaves and small white flowers. It grows in sunny, dry habitats, such as rocky slopes and hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Andropogon eremicus is used as an ornamental grass in gardens and is known for its drought tolerance and low maintenance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Andropogon eremicus is a panicle of spikelets, each containing a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown grain. The seedlings are slender and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andropogon eremicus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to maintain healthy growth.

Where to Find Andropogon eremicus

Andropogon eremicus is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Andropogon eremicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andropogon eremicus?

Andropogon eremicus

What is the family of Andropogon eremicus?

Poaceae

What is the common name of Andropogon eremicus?

Eremic Bluestem

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

George Russell Shaw (1848-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shaw' in the authors string.
Joseph K. Wipff (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wipff' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77192357-1: 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].