Bushy Bluestem
Anatherum glomeratum
Also known as: roughglume bushy bluestem
- Native to:
- Bahamas, Cayman Is., Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Leeward Is., Mexico, Navassa Island, Puerto Rico, Turks-Caicos Is., United States, Venezuela, Windward Is.
iNaturalist: © rbyrne (iNaturalist #256885745)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Poaceae
- Genus:
- Anatherum
- Species:
- Anatherum glomeratum
- USDA Symbol:
- ANGL2
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Graminoid
- Height:
- 150 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
Host Plant for Caterpillars
⚠️Cobweb Skipper (Hesperia metea)
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds, small mammals
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
Where to Buy
Nationwide Seller
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