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medio bluestem
Scientific Name: Dichanthium annulatum var. papillosum
Family: Poaceae
Category: Monocot
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Medio Bluestem: A Versatile Warm-Season Grass
Medio Bluestem (Andropogon nodosus and also commonly known as Dichanthium annulatum) is a warm-season perennial bunchgrass introduced from India and first observed in Bee County, Texas, along Medio Creek. It's valued for its forage quality and yields.
Considerations for Pets
- Medio bluestem hay is mentioned as being suitable for horses, cows, goats, and sheep.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Names:
- Andropogon nodosus
- Dichanthium annulatum (Forssk.) Stapf var. papillosum (Hochst. ex A. Rich.) de Wet & J.R. Harlan
- Dichanthium annulatum (Forssk.) Stapf var. papillosum (Hochst. ex A. Rich.) Pilg.
- Common Names: Medio Bluestem, Marvel Grass, Diaz Bluestem, Kleberg Bluestem, Hindi Grass, Ringed Dichanthium, Sheda Grass, Jargu, Angleton Grass, Yellow Bluestem
- Genus: Dichanthium Willemet
- Species: Dichanthium annulatum Stapf
Distribution and Habitat
- Originally introduced from India.
- Observed in Bee County, Texas.
- Also found in southern Asia, Africa, Australia, Cuba, Philippines and Qatar.
Ecological Role
- Part of the "Old World Bluestem" complex of imported warm-season grasses.
Morphological Characteristics & Growth Habits
- Perennial grass with a tall, erect to spreading growth form.
Usage
- Used as pasture grass.
- Used for hay production, suitable for horses, cows, goats, and sheep.
- Varieties like 'Gordo' and 'Medio' do well in the Victoria area.
Quirky Facts
- Bluestems generally have lower fertilizer requirements compared to Bermuda grasses.
Further Resources
- USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database (Steve Hurst photo credit).