Andropogon capillipes

Andropogon capillipes is a species of grass known by the common name chalky bluestem. It is native to the southeastern United States as far west as Texas.[1]

Andropogon capillipes
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Monocots
Clade: Commelinids
Order: Poales
Family: Poaceae
Subfamily: Panicoideae
Genus: Andropogon
Species:
A. capillipes
Binomial name
Andropogon capillipes
Nash

This perennial grass grows 3 to 5 feet tall. The leaf blades are folded, the longest reaching 25 inches long. The plant is coated in a chalky residue that easily rubs off.[2]

This species is used for grazing livestock. It grows easily on wet, sandy, mucky substrates and it can be used to prevent erosion.[2]

Cultivars of this species include 'Valdosta Blue', which is used as an ornamental grass.[3]

References

  1. Andropogon capillipes. USDA Plants Profile.
  2. Andropogon capillipes. USDA Plant Guide.
  3. 'Valdosta Blue'. Missouri Botanical Garden.
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