Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
schirensis
ID:
848095

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hochst. ex A.Rich.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Tent. Fl. Abyss. 2: 456 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000847430

Common Names

  • Schirren's Andropogon
  • Schirren's Beardgrass
  • Schirren's Bluestem

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Description

Andropogon schirensis (also called Schire's Bluestem, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to North America. It is a clump-forming grass with long, blue-green leaves that turn a reddish-bronze color in the fall. It is found in dry, open woods and prairies and is often used in landscaping and restoration projects.

Uses & Benefits

Andropogon schirensis is used for erosion control, as an ornamental grass, and for its ability to tolerate drought and poor soil conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Andropogon schirensis has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andropogon schirensis is a warm-season grass that is native to the southeastern United States. It is a perennial grass that grows in clumps and can reach heights of up to 4 feet. It is tolerant of drought and prefers full sun. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in the spring in well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in moist soil.

Where to Find Andropogon schirensis

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

Andropogon schirensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andropogon schirensis?

Andropogon schirensis

What is the common name of Andropogon schirensis?

Schir's beardgrass

What is the habitat of Andropogon schirensis?

It is found in dry, sandy soils in open woods, prairies, and roadsides

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 Ferdinand Friedrich Hochstetter (1787-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochst.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:388514-1: 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].