Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
festuciformis
ID:
847219

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rendle

Source:
wcs

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Cat. Afr. Pl. 2: 145 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000846554

Common Names

  • Fescue-like Bluestem
  • Fescue-like Grass
  • Fescue-like Beardgrass

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Description

Andropogon festuciformis (also called Fescue Bluestem, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to North America. It has a tall, erect stem with a yellowish-green color and a hairy texture. It is found in prairies, meadows, and open woodlands, and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Andropogon festuciformis 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Andropogon festuciformis is a small, pale yellow spikelet. The seed of Andropogon festuciformis is a small, dark brown grain. The seedlings of Andropogon festuciformis are thin, cylindrical, and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andropogon festuciformis is a perennial grass that grows in clumps and can reach heights of up to 3 feet. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division of clumps should be done in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Andropogon festuciformis

Andropogon festuciformis can be found in the southeastern United States, primarily in Florida and Georgia.

Andropogon festuciformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andropogon festuciformis?

Andropogon festuciformis

What is the common name of Andropogon festuciformis?

Slender Bluestem

What is the habitat of Andropogon festuciformis?

Dry, sandy soils in open woods, glades, and prairies

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

Alfred Barton Rendle (1865-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rendle' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:387864-1: 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].