Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
tenuiberbis
ID:
848310

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hack.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 6: 435 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000847645

Common Names

  • Tenuiberbis Beardgrass
  • Tenuiberbis Bluestem
  • Tenuiberbis Sandgrass

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Description

Andropogon tenuiberbis (also called Slender 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 tenuiberbis is used as an ornamental grass in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a forage crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flower of Andropogon tenuiberbis is a small, yellowish-white flower with a long, slender stem. Seed: The seed of Andropogon tenuiberbis is a small, light brown, oval-shaped seed. Seedlings: The seedlings of Andropogon tenuiberbis are small, green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andropogon tenuiberbis 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 tenuiberbis

Andropogon tenuiberbis can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Andropogon tenuiberbis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andropogon tenuiberbis?

Andropogon tenuiberbis

What is the common name of Andropogon tenuiberbis?

Slender Beardgrass

What type of plant is Andropogon tenuiberbis?

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

Eduard Hackel (1850-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hack.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:388632-1: 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].