Indocalamus tessellatus

Bamboo

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Common Name: 

Bamboo

Plant Type: 

Foliage color: 

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5): 

Water (From 0 to 5): 

Maximum temperature: 

30°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Maximum height: 

215 cm

Maximum width: 

305 cm

Bamboo (Indocalamus tessellatus) - Description

This rare genus of bamboo has large leaves that cause it to arch over to the ground.

Bamboo (Indocalamus tessellatus) - Growth

Indocalamus does well in full sun or partial shade. Plant height varies depending on variety. Use as a ground cover or an understory for specimen trees. They have thin culms (stems) and large leave, sometimes causing the culms to arch over.

Bamboo (Indocalamus tessellatus) - Planting

Propagate by division in the early spring, but beware of their invasive nature, as they spread via underground runners. Use trenches or another means of root barrier, or even grow in pots.

Bamboo (Indocalamus tessellatus) - Interesting facts

Indocalamus can give your garden a tropical look.

Bamboo (Indocalamus tessellatus) - Soil and irrigation

Bamboo should be planted in a rich mix and a sufficient amount of organic material should be added. Plant requires water during growth.

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