Family: Poaceae
big blue-stem, more..., turkey-foot
[Andropogon furcatus Muhl. ex Willd., more, Andropogon provincialis Lam.]
Etymology: Andropogon: from Greek andros, meaning "man's," and pogon, meaning "beard," probably because of the hairy appearance produced by the seed heads by the sterile glumes Plants: perennial, 5'-8' tall grass Flowers: blooms Aug.-Oct. Habitat: full sun; dry, moderate moisture, to wet; prairies; in sandy, loamy soil Conservation Status: Native
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