Phyllostachys nigra f. henonis (Henon Bamboo)


Botanical Information

FamilyPoaceae
GenusPhyllostachys
Speciesnigra
Formahenonis
SynonymsPhyllostachys henonis
CategoryPerennials, Woody
OriginNative to China.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone7b - 8a
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone7
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH5
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-15 - (-9)
Temperature (°F)5 - 15
Height2.5 - 4 m
Spread1.5 - 2.5 m
GrowthFast

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionPhyllostachys nigra f. henonis is an clumping evergreen bamboo with typical narrow-lanceolate leaves.
ID CharacteristicStems are hollow and jointed with grooves running on alternate sides between nodes. Usually 2 leaf-bearing branches stem from each node.
ShapeColumnar.
LandscapeBamboo plants make an effective screen or hedge and can be used to create height.
CultivationGrow in a sheltered location, in full sun to part shade, in moist, well-drained, humusy soil containing loam. Can become invasive in warm, moist favourable environments.
PestsNo serious pests or diseases of note.
Notable SpecimensRHS Garden Rosemoor, North Devon, England.
Leaf DescriptionNarrow-lanceolate, up to 10 cm long, evergreen.

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