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Plant Name:
Big Bluestem
Scientific Name:
Andropogon gerardii
Description:
Big Bluestem is a tall, warm-season perennial grass with distinctive blue-green foliage and large seedheads.
Habitat:
Prairies, meadows, open areas
Fauna:
Provides habitat and food for a variety of wildlife species, including birds and small mammals. Big Bluestem also supports soil stabilization.
Growing Conditions:
Thrives in well-drained soils in full sun.
Uses:
Big Bluestem was once a dominant grass in the tallgrass prairies of North America.
Edible:
(please exercise caution and consult additional sources or experts before consuming any vegetation):
No
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Poisonous:
No
Fun Facts:
Big Bluestem is also known as "Turkeyfoot" or "Tall Bluestem". It is a native grass to North America.
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Matt Lavin
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