Big Bluestem
Andropogon gerardii
Andropogon gerardi, commonly known as big bluestem, is a species of tall grass native to much of the Great Plains and grassland regions of central and eastern North America. It is also known as tall bluestem, bluejoint, and turkeyfoot.
Quick Facts
| Scientific name | Andropogon gerardii |
| Family | Poaceae |
| Height | 4-8 ft |
| Bloom time | Aug-Sep |
| Sun | Full sun |
| Moisture | Dry to mesic |
| Soil | Any |
| Wildlife value | Larval host for several skippers; heavy nesting cover |
Mentioned In
- Ecoregions Growing Conditions
- Prairie Plants Grasslands
- Wetland Shoreline Plants
- Plant Identification Skills
- Ecological Restoration
Image Credits
- Matt Lavin from Bozeman, Montana, USA (CC BY-SA 2.0)
- Matt Lavin from Bozeman, Montana, USA (CC BY-SA 2.0)