Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
gabonensis
ID:
847275

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stapf

Source:
wcs

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) 22: 207 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000846610

Common Names

  • Bushy Bluestem
  • Broadleaf Bluestem
  • Bushy Beardgrass

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Description

Andropogon gabonensis (also called Gabon Andropogon, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Gabon. It is a tufted grass with narrow, linear leaves and grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is found in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands, prairies, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Andropogon gabonensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a windbreak and to provide shade. The plant is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Andropogon gabonensis has a white flower with a small, black seed. The seedlings are tall and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andropogon gabonensis is a perennial grass native to tropical Africa. It is a clump-forming grass with long, thin, arching leaves. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and lightly covered with soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Andropogon gabonensis

Andropogon gabonensis can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia.

Andropogon gabonensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andropogon gabonensis?

Andropogon gabonensis

What is the common name of Andropogon gabonensis?

Gabon beardgrass

Where is Andropogon gabonensis found?

Andropogon gabonensis is found in Gabon.

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

Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:387905-1: 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].