Bambusa oldhamii
Bambusa oldhamii
Also known as: Sinocalamus oldhamii
- Native to:
- China, Hainan
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Poaceae
- Genus:
- Bambusa
- Species:
- Bambusa oldhamii
- USDA Symbol:
- BAOL
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Graminoid
- Height:
- 1680 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds, cover for small mammals
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- Prefers fertile soils with good organic content