Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
tectorum
ID:
848298

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schumach. & Thonn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Beskr. Guin. Pl. : 49 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000847633

Common Names

  • Tectorum Beardgrass
  • Tectorum Bluestem
  • Tectorum Sandgrass

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Description

Andropogon tectorum (also called Roof Bluestem, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to North America. It is a tall grass with a height of up to 2 meters, and has a bluish-green color. It is found in dry areas, and is also common in prairies and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Andropogon tectorum is used as an ornamental grass in landscaping and is also used to make thatching for roofs. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Andropogon tectorum is a small, yellow-green spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped grain. The seedlings are small and slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andropogon tectorum can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought, but will not survive in standing water. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Andropogon tectorum

Andropogon tectorum is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in dry, sandy soils.

Andropogon tectorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andropogon tectorum?

Andropogon tectorum

What is the common name of Andropogon tectorum?

Bushy Bluestem

What type of plant is Andropogon tectorum?

Grass

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

Heinrich Christian Friedrich Schumacher (1757-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schumach.' in the authors string.
Peter Thonning (1775-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thonn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:388626-1: 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].