Otatea acuminata
Mexican Weeping Bamboo
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Mexican Weeping Bamboo (Otatea acuminata) - Description
The Mexican weeping bamboo, Otatea acuminata, is a clumping bamboo native to central and southern Mexico and Central America. The plant produces thick stands of culms with long narrow leaves. The weight of the leaves cause the long thin clums to bend, or weep. The clump's vegetation can reach 25 feet (7. 6 m) or more in height and width in its native habitat. .
Mexican Weeping Bamboo (Otatea acuminata) - Growth
Bamboo does well in full sun or partial shade. Plant height varies depending on variety.
Mexican Weeping Bamboo (Otatea acuminata) - Planting
In spring, cut sections of the youngest parts of the rhizome and replant.
Mexican Weeping Bamboo (Otatea acuminata) - Interesting facts
Otatea comes from the nahuatl word for the plant, "otatl".
Mexican Weeping Bamboo (Otatea acuminata) - 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.
