Dendrocalamus peculiaris

Dendrocalamus peculiaris is a large, dense tropical bamboo native to Yunnan, China. Impressive are the giant leaves, which can reach 40 cm in length. The stems of this bamboo are used as a building material, to produce paper pulp, and the shoots are used as food.

Plant Info
Scientific NameDendrocalamus peculiaris
SynonymsSinocalamus peculiaris
Common Names
FamilyPoaceae
TribeBambuseae
GenusDendrocalamus
Height13-18 m
Diameter10-15 cm
Growth HabitDense Clumping
ColorDull green, covered with short white hairs.
Internodes25-42 cm
Wall thickness30-35 mm
BranchesMany clustered branches with 1 dominant branch.
Leaves25-40 cm long, 30-35 mm wide.
ClimateTropical - Subtropical
ExposureFull Sun - Partial Sun
Hardiness-4°C
SoilLoam and alluvial soils, fertile and well drained.
Water NeedsAverage.
Planting Distance• Every 3 meters for screening.
• 4 x 4 m for culm production.
Edibility (3 de 5)
OriginChina
UsesConstruction, paper pulp, food, landscaping.

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