Andropogon virginicus
species of plant
Andropogon virginicus is a species of grass known by several common names, including broomsedge bluestem, yellowsedge bluestem and (in Australia, because it was introduced to that country after being used as packaging for bottles of American whiskey) whiskey grass. It is native to the southeastern United States and as far north as the Great Lakes. It is known as an introduced species in California and Hawaii, where it is weedy.
Description
Andropogon virginicus is a slender bunchgrass with an upright and vase shaped habit. It has very dense fibrous roots. Leaves are medium green and erect. Leaves are linear and about 1⁄4 inch (0.64 cm) wide. The culms have bristle tipped spikelets, most visible in the summer and fall.
Distribution
Andropogon virginicus is native in the lower forty-eight states, as well as Puerto Rico and Canada. This plant species was introduced into Hawaii as well as California, Japan, New Zealand and other areas.
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