Sasamorpha borealis
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Basic Information
Family: Poaceae or Gramineae
Genus: sasamorpha
Plant ID (slug): sasamorpha-borealis
Numeric ID: 25147
USDA Hardiness: 6-9
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Sasamorpha borealis is an evergreen Bamboo growing to 3 m (9ft 10in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. 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). It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
E. Asia - China, Japan, Korea.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Seed Edible Uses: Seed - cooked. It is used as a cereal[177]. The seed is only produced at intervals of several years.
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Sasamorpha borealis