Himalayacalamus fimbriatus
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Basic Information
Family: Poaceae or Gramineae
Genus: himalayacalamus
Plant ID (slug): himalayacalamus-fimbriatus
Numeric ID: 24809
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Himalayacalamus fimbriatus is an evergreen Bamboo growing to 6 m (19ft 8in) at a fast rate.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 in C. Nepal.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Shoots Stem Edible Uses: Tender young shoots - cooked as a vegetable[272]. The young shoots are very bitter and so are never used for food[220].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Himalayacalamus fimbriatus