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Springfield's beardgrass

Scientific Name: Bothriochloa springfieldii

Family: Poaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Graminoid

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Bothriochloa springfieldii

Also known as Springfield's beardgrass or Springfield Bluestem, Bothriochloa springfieldii is a perennial graminoid (grass-like plant) belonging to the genus Bothriochloa.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Bothriochloa springfieldii (Gould) Parodi
  • Common Names: Springfield's beardgrass, Springfield's beard grass, Springfield Bluestem
  • Family: Poaceae (Grass family)
  • Rank: Species
  • Synonyms:
    • Andropogon springfieldii Gould

Distribution and Habitat

Bothriochloa springfieldii is found in the United States, including:

  • Louisiana
  • New Mexico
  • Utah (mainly in the southeastern quarter)
  • Georgia

It is also found on rocky slopes and in grasslands.

Morphological Characteristics

Bothriochloa springfieldii is described as a perennial graminoid.

Further Information

The British Database of World Flora and Fauna, Discover Life, Dave's Garden, and the Encyclopedia of Life provide further taxonomic and ecological information on Bothriochloa springfieldii.