Umbrella Bamboo
Thamnocalamus spathaceus
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Basic Information
Family: Poaceae or Gramineae
Genus: thamnocalamus
Plant ID (slug): thamnocalamus-spathaceus
Numeric ID: 20656
USDA Hardiness: 5-9
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Thamnocalamus spathaceus is an evergreen Bamboo growing to 4 m (13ft) by 5 m (16ft). 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. 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 - C. China in W. Sichuan, S. Guizhou and Shaanxi..
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; Shady Edge; Hedge;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Thamnocalamus spathaceus Umbrella Bamboo