Andropogon lacunosus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lacunosus
ID:
847551
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.G.Anderson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 8: 113 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000846886
Common Names
- Lacunosus Grass
- Slender Bluestem
- Slender Andropogon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Andropogon lacunosus (also called Lacunose Bluestem, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to North America. 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 lacunosus is used as an ornamental grass for landscaping and as a windbreak. It is also used for soil erosion control and as a source of forage for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Andropogon lacunosus is a small, white, fluffy head. The seed is a tiny, black, oblong shape. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Andropogon lacunosus can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in a variety of soils, including clay and sandy soils. It is also tolerant of salt spray.
Where to Find Andropogon lacunosus
Andropogon lacunosus can be found in the United States, Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Andropogon lacunosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Andropogon lacunosus?
Andropogon lacunosus
What is the common name of Andropogon lacunosus?
Hairy bluestem
Where does Andropogon lacunosus grow?
It is native to the southeastern United States
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
John Graham Anderson (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.G.Anderson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:388096-1: 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].