Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
ivohibensis
ID:
847516

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Camus

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 71: 922 (1924 publ. 1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000846851



Common Names

  • Ivohibensis Grass
  • Slender Bluestem
  • Slender Andropogon


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Description

Andropogon ivohibensis (also called Ivohibensis Bluestem, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to North America. It typically grows up to 1.5 m tall and has a distinctive three-branched inflorescence. It is found in a variety of habitats including grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Andropogon ivohibensis is used as an ornamental grass for landscaping and as a windbreak. It is also used for soil erosion control and as a source of forage for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Andropogon ivohibensis is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown caryopsis, and the seedlings are long, thin, and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andropogon ivohibensis is a perennial grass that grows in clumps and can reach heights of up to 3 feet. It is native to the southeastern United States and prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or fall. Cuttings can also be taken in the summer and planted in moist soil.

Where to Find Andropogon ivohibensis

Andropogon ivohibensis can be found in Madagascar.

Andropogon ivohibensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andropogon ivohibensis?

Andropogon ivohibensis

What is the family of Andropogon ivohibensis?

Poaceae

Where is Andropogon ivohibensis native to?

Madagascar

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

Aimée Antoinette Camus (1879-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Camus' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:388062-1: 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].