Bambusa sp. (Common bamboo) - Image 23

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. (Common bamboo) brown and green stalks, close up of tall plant stems.
Bambusa sp. (Common bamboo) stems stand tall with smooth textured surfaces and woody vertical segments.


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