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big bluestem

Andropogon gerardi

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Liliopsida ›Order: Poales ›Family: Poaceae ›Genus: Andropogon

About

Andropogon gerardi, known commonly as big bluestem, turkeyfoot, tall bluestem, and bluejoint, is a tall grass (family Poaceae) native to much of the Great Plains and prairie regions of central North America and grasslands, savannas and woodlands throughout eastern North America.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of big bluestem?
The scientific name of big bluestem is Andropogon gerardi.
What is the conservation status of big bluestem?
The big bluestem has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
What kingdom does big bluestem belong to?
big bluestem belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does big bluestem belong to?
big bluestem belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does big bluestem belong to?
big bluestem belongs to the class Liliopsida.
What order does big bluestem belong to?
big bluestem belongs to the order Poales.
What family does big bluestem belong to?
big bluestem belongs to the family Poaceae.
What genus does big bluestem belong to?
big bluestem belongs to the genus Andropogon.