Bambusa sp. (Common bamboo) - Image 46

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) yellow plant stalks rising densely from dry mulch ground surface area
Bambusa sp. (Common bamboo) tall yellow canes grow closely together rising from a thick mulch base


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