Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Pseudosasa

Species:

Pseudosasa amabilis

USDA Symbol:

ARAM6

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

1200 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, 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:

native to riverbanks and forest edges