Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
virgatus
ID:
63255

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire, Steyerm. & Wurdack

Source:
gcc

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 9: 438 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062584



Common Names

  • Achnopogon virgatus
  • Broom Achnopogon
  • Broom Grass


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Description

Achnopogon virgatus (also called Wandering Hairgrass, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves, with the leaves being lanceolate in shape and up to 5 cm long. It is native to the Caucasus region and grows in dry grasslands, steppes and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Achnopogon virgatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a food source for livestock, and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Achnopogon virgatus is yellow in color, with five petals and a star-shaped center. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings of Achnopogon virgatus have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achnopogon virgatus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize lightly in spring and summer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming.

Where to Find Achnopogon virgatus

Achnopogon virgatus is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands and heaths.

Achnopogon virgatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achnopogon virgatus?

Achnopogon virgatus

What is the common name of Achnopogon virgatus?

Bristly beardgrass

What is the natural habitat of Achnopogon virgatus?

It is found in dry, open areas of the western United States

Species in the Achnopogon genus

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-19583: Based on the initial data import
John Julius Wurdack (1921-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wurdack' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.