Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
eucomus
ID:
847189

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nees

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Fl. Afr. Austral. Ill. : 104 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000846524

Common Names

  • Hairy Bluestem
  • Hairy Grass
  • Hairy Beardgrass

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Description

Andropogon eucomus (also called Soft Bluestem, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to North America. It is a tall grass, growing up to 2m in height, with a bluish-green color. It is found in prairies, fields, and open woodlands, and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types.

Uses & Benefits

Andropogon eucomus has been used for a variety of purposes, including as a source of fiber for rope and paper, as a medicinal plant, and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Andropogon eucomus sub. huillensis (Rendle) Sales
Andropogon eucomus sub. eucomus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Andropogon eucomus is a small, yellow-green spikelet, and the seed is a small, yellow-brown grain. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andropogon eucomus is a perennial grass native to the United States. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soils. Propagation is best done through division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring or fall in a well-prepared seedbed.

Where to Find Andropogon eucomus

Andropogon eucomus can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Andropogon eucomus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andropogon eucomus?

Andropogon eucomus

What type of plant is Andropogon eucomus?

Grass

What is the origin of Andropogon eucomus?

Native to North America

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

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:387840-1: 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].