Big Bluestem (Andropogon gerardii)

Family: Poaceae or Gramineae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Native to the Great Plains and prairie regions of central North America and grasslands, savannas and woodlands throughout eastern North America Andropogon gerardii/Big bluestem is a tall grass in the Poaceae family with some medicinal properties. Common names include big bluestem, turkeyfoot, tall bluestem, and bluejoint.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry soils, prairies, open ground and open woods. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)