Chimonobambusa purpurea
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Basic Information
Family: Poaceae or Gramineae
Genus: chimonobambusa
Plant ID (slug): chimonobambusa-purpurea
Numeric ID: 24800
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Chimonobambusa purpurea is an evergreen Bamboo growing to 5 m (16ft 5in). It is in leaf all year. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
E. Asia - China. Sichuan, Hubei and Shaanxi.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Stem Edible Uses: Stem - cooked. An excellent vegetable.
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Chimonobambusa purpurea