Chalky Bluestem
Andropogon capillipes
Family: Poaceae (Grass Family)
Chalky Bluestem does best in full sun and moist soil.
- Scientific Name: Andropogon capillipes
- Common Names: Chalky Bluestem, Wetland White Bluestem
- Family: Poaceae (Grass Family)
- Growth Habit: Perennial
- Height: Up to 6 feet
- Leaves: Linear
- Flowers: Flowers are minute and usually not visible to the naked eye
- Bloom Time: September through October
- Wildlife Benefits: Larval plant host for caterpillars. Seeds eaten by many species of birds and mammals.
Where to Find It
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