Tonkin Bamboo
Pseudosasa amabilis
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Basic Information
Family: Poaceae or Gramineae
Genus: pseudosasa
Plant ID (slug): pseudosasa-amabilis
Numeric ID: 25741
USDA Hardiness: 5-9
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Pseudosasa amabilis is an evergreen Bamboo growing to 6 m (19ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. 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 and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in full shade (deep woodland) semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
E. Asia - S. China
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; Shady Edge; not Deep Shade;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Pseudosasa amabilis Tonkin Bamboo
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