Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
imerinensis
ID:
847459

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bosser

Source:
wcs

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 8: 521 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000846794

Common Names

  • Andropogon imerinensis
  • Andropogon Imperatoides
  • Chloanthes Parviflora

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Description

Andropogon imerinensis (also called African bluestem, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Africa. It grows in clumps, reaching heights of up to 1.5 meters, and has a bluish-green color. It is commonly found in grasslands, savannas, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Andropogon imerinensis is used as an ornamental grass in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Andropogon imerinensis has small, yellowish flowers that are arranged in a panicle, with each flower having three stamens. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem with small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andropogon imerinensis is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is drought and heat tolerant and can be used in areas with poor soil. It is a good choice for erosion control and can be used in meadows, pastures, and naturalized areas.

Where to Find Andropogon imerinensis

Andropogon imerinensis can be found in Madagascar.

Andropogon imerinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andropogon imerinensis?

Andropogon imerinensis

What is the family of Andropogon imerinensis?

Poaceae

Where is Andropogon imerinensis native to?

Madagascar

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

Jean Marie Bosser (1922-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bosser' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:388024-1: 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].