Himalayacalamus falconeri
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Basic Information
Family: Poaceae or Gramineae
Genus: himalayacalamus
Plant ID (slug): himalayacalamus-falconeri
Numeric ID: 24808
USDA Hardiness: 7-10
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Himalayacalamus falconeri is an evergreen Bamboo growing to 6 m (19ft) by 1 m (3ft 3in) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. 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 - Himalayas.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Shoots Stem Edible Uses: Young shoots - cooked and used as a vegetable[220, 272]. The young shoots are widely collected in Nepal and Bhutan, though this often conflicts with the other main use of the plant as a material for weaving[220, 267].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Himalayacalamus falconeri