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Plant Name:
Bushy Bluestem
Scientific Name:
Andropogon glomeratus
Description:
Bushy Bluestem is a native perennial grass known for its tall, clumping growth habit and fluffy, bushy seedheads. It has blue-green leaves and provides visual interest throughout the seasons.
Habitat:
Wetlands, prairies, open areas, streambanks
Fauna:
Bushy Bluestem provides habitat and food for a variety of wildlife species, including birds, butterflies, and small mammals. Its dense growth provides cover and nesting sites for birds, while the seeds and foliage serve as a food source for wildlife.
Growing Conditions:
Bushy Bluestem thrives in moist to wet soils and can tolerate periods of flooding. It prefers full sun to partial shade.
Uses:
Bushy Bluestem is often used for erosion control, habitat restoration, and in native landscaping. Its dense growth and attractive seedheads make it a valuable ornamental grass.
Edible:
(please exercise caution and consult additional sources or experts before consuming any vegetation):
No
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Poisonous:
No
Fun Facts:
Bushy Bluestem is also known as "Glabrous Bluestem" or "Broomsedge Bluestem".
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