Broom Beardgrass

About

The Broom Beardgrass (Schizachyrium scoparium) is a species in the genus Schizachyrium. Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes. Distributed across Chile and United States.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Distributed across Chile and United States.

🇨🇱 Chile 🇺🇸 United States

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Grasses)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Schizachyrium

Species

Schizachyrium scoparium (Broom Beardgrass)

Names in Other Languages

French barbon à balais

Similar Species in Schizachyrium

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Bush beardgrass

Schizachyrium condensatum

Not Evaluated

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crimson bluestem

Schizachyrium sanguineum

Not Evaluated

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Serillo Dulce

Schizachyrium brevifolium

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Broom Beardgrass?

The scientific name of Broom Beardgrass is Schizachyrium scoparium. It belongs to the genus Schizachyrium.

Where does Broom Beardgrass live?

Broom Beardgrass is found in Distributed across Chile and United States.. Countries include Chile, United States.

What family does Broom Beardgrass belong to?

Broom Beardgrass (Schizachyrium scoparium) belongs to the genus Schizachyrium, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

What kingdom does Broom Beardgrass belong to?

Broom Beardgrass (Schizachyrium scoparium) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Broom Beardgrass?

The closest relatives of Broom Beardgrass in the genus Schizachyrium include Bush beardgrass, crimson bluestem, Serillo Dulce.