Dendrocalamus peculiaris is a large, dense tropical bamboo native to Yunnan, China. Impressive are the giant leaves, which can reach 40 cm in length. The stems of this bamboo are used as a building material, to produce paper pulp, and the shoots are used as food.
Plant Info |
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Scientific Name |
Dendrocalamus peculiaris |
Synonyms |
Sinocalamus peculiaris |
Common Names |
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Family |
Poaceae |
Tribe |
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Genus |
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Height |
13-18 m |
Diameter |
10-15 cm |
Growth Habit |
Dense Clumping |
Color |
Dull green, covered with short white hairs. |
Internodes |
25-42 cm |
Wall thickness |
30-35 mm |
Branches |
Many clustered branches with 1 dominant branch. |
Leaves |
25-40 cm long, 30-35 mm wide. |
Climate |
Tropical – Subtropical |
Exposure |
Full Sun – Partial Sun |
Hardiness |
-4°C |
Soil |
Loam and alluvial soils, fertile and well drained. |
Water Needs |
Average. |
Planting Distance |
• Every 3 meters for screening. |
Edibility |
(3 de 5) |
Origin |
China |
Uses |
Construction, paper pulp, food, landscaping. |
