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Big / Sand Bluestem
Grass Family ( Poaceae : Andropogoneae )
Latin Name : Big -Andropogon gerardii
Sand – Andropogon hallii
Longevity : Perennial
Season : Warm
Origin : Native
Value : Wildlife – poor
Livestock -good
Remarks :
Both big and sand bluestem are considered the
major grasses of the "True Tall-grass Prairies",
these grasses are robust, growing 3 -6.5 ft. tall.
The seedhead of big bluestem is often referred to
as resembling a turkey foot because of its shape
and dark color. Growth cycle is 3-4 months,
numerous leaves are produced in late spring,
flowers late summer to early fall; reproduces by
seed, tillers, and some rhizomes. Big bluestem is
generally not found in the northern portion of the
Texas Panhandle. Sand bluestem is adapted to the
sandy soils of Northwest Texas.
Source: USDA-NRCS
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