Bambusa sp. (Common bamboo) - Image 22

Botanical name: Bambusa sp.

Common name: Common bamboo

Family: Poaceae    (Formerly:Poaceae / Gramineae)

Subfamily: Bambusoideae

Origin: China

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunKeep soil moistSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeFlood tolerant plantSeaside, salt tolerant plant
Bambusa sp. green plant with thick swollen cane segments in black pots
Bambusa sp. tall green stalks with swollen segments inside dark plastic pots.


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