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Description |
Height / Culm diameter
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Temperature |
| Assorted Runners |
Many assorted runners on sale.
Sizes range from 7 gallon to 30 gallon |
Various heights and
sizes available,
most
good to 10 degrees F |
Bambusa chungii ·
Blue Bamboo |
The culms are covered in a heavy, white powder giving a “blue” appearance. A stunning plant with usual color in the bamboo world. B. chungii is in high demand and hard to find.
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30' tall, 2" diameter culms,
good to 21 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa chungii var. barbelatta
Blue Bamboo |
The culms are covered in a heavy, white powder giving a “blue” appearance. A very stunning plant with a usual color in the bamboo world. Ideal for smaller yards.
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20' tall, 2" diameter culms,
good to 21 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa dolichomerithalla 'Silverstripe'
Doli Silverstripe Bamboo |
A desirable ornamental that is dark green with silver stripes and similar in form to Textilis. Long internodes that are used for making blow pipes. From Taiwan where it grows along streams. Looks best when grown in some shade. |
35' tall, 2" diameter culms,
good to 15 degrees Fahrenheit |
| Bambusa emeiensis 'Flavidovirens' |
Green stripes on pale green or yellow/gold culms. Still very rare in the USA.
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35' tall, 2 ½" diameter culms,
good to 24 degrees Fahrenheit |
| Bambusa emeiensis 'Viridiflavus' |
Culms erect with yellow stripes alternating 180 degrees on each internode. Still very rare in the USA. |
35' tall, 2 ½" diameter culms,
good to 24 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa eutuldoides 'Viridivittata'
Asian Lemon Bamboo
Lemon Lime Bamboo |
Yellow culms with varying dark green stripes. New culms are peach and pink toned with green stripes, very striking. Prefers some full light. The bright colors of this plant offer a more cold tolerant specimen as an alternative to Painted. |
25' tall, 1" diameter culms,
good to 21 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa lako
Timor Black Bamboo
Lako Black Bamboo |
From Timor. Brown to black culms striped with green. Erect habit, few hairs on culm sheaths with some stripping. Similar to Gigantochloa atroviolacea, “Tropical Black”. Has branches on the lower part of the culms. This plant is in very high demand and limited stock. A must have for bamboo collectors.
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50' tall, 3 ½" diameter culms,
good to 28 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa malingensis
Sea Breeze Bamboo |
A very attractive medium sized bamboo. The smaller leaves make it very wind resistant. Reported to be very salt breeze tolerant as well as drought hardy. Ideal for coastal areas. |
35' tall, 2 ½" diameter culms,
good to 21 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa membranacea
Red Bamboo |
A strong growing bamboo with very straight culms forming loose clumps. Also known as Dendrocalamus membranaceus. |
70' tall, 4" diameter culms,
good to 25 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa multiplex ·
Green Hedge Bamboo |
Multiplex is the hardiest of the Bambusa. Each node bears a large number of branches making a dense hedge. Green Hedge erect culms are ornamental, leaf-free for the bottom half and form dense clumps of slightly arching branches covered with leaves toward the top. Multiplex is the most common bamboo used for a hedge on the Gulf Coast. This plant has a more upright; "caney" look as compared to some of the other multiplex. Great for a hedge effect when overhead room is not a problem (think power-lines).
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25' tall, 1 ½" diameter culms,
good to 12 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa multiplex 'Alphonse Karr'
Alphonse Karr Bamboo |
Multiplex is the hardiest of the Bambusa. Each node bears a large number of branches making a dense hedge. Alphonse Karr is similar to the species, but the culms and branches are bright yellow with irregular longitudinal narrow dark green stripes. New shoots and culms are often reddish. The erect culms are ornamental, leaf-free for the bottom half and form dense clumps of slightly arching branches covered with leaves toward the top. The back of the leaves has a "metallic" "silvery" look. Multiplex is the most common bamboo used for a hedge on the Gulf Coast. This plant has a more upright; "caney" look as compared to some of the other multiplex. Great for a hedge effect when overhead room is not a problem (think power-lines). |
25' tall, 1 ½" diameter culms,
good to 12 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa multiplex 'Fernleaf'
Fernleaf Bamboo |
A small sized bamboo with 10 to 20 closed spaced ranked leaves. An attractive bamboo that is larger than B. m. “Riviereorum”. |
20' tall, 1/4" diameter culms,
good to 12 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa multiplex 'Fernleaf Stripestem'
Fernleaf Stripestem Bamboo |
A form of Bambusa multiplex that has the same coloration as Bambusa m. Alphonse Karr. Very small, attractive leaves.
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12' tall, 1/4" diameter culms,
good to 12 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa multiplex 'Golden Goddess'
Golden Goddess Bamboo |
Multiplex is the hardiest of the Bambusa. Each node bears a large number of branches down to the culm base making a dense hedge. Golden Goddess is a dwarf form with culms that tend to be yellowish, especially when exposed to the sun. Multiplex is the most common bamboo used for a hedge on the Gulf Coast. This plant has a more weeping; "bushy" look as compared to some of the other multiplex. Great for a hedge effect when overhead room is a problem (think power-lines). |
15' tall, ½" diameter culms,
good to 12 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa multiplex 'Riviereorum'
Chinese Goddess Bamboo |
A small form of B. multiplex that is reported to be the most hardy form. It will do very well in a pot or as a house plant. It has solid culms with leaves 11/2” long. Very small attractive leaves. |
12' tall, 1/4" diameter culms,
good to 12 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa multiplex 'Silverstripe'
Lucky Silverstripe Bamboo |
This is the largest cultivar of the species. New leaves have white stripes and the culms have some occasional thin white stripes. This cultivar has occasional twisted and curved culms. |
35' tall, 1 ½" diameter culms,
good to 12 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa odashimae
Odashimae Bamboo |
Incorrectly called "Edulis" in the USA. A native to Taiwan with large green leaves, grown for shoots. Similar in form to Oldhamii, except the culms arch out at the base, then turn upward. |
35' tall, 2 ½" diameter culms,
good to 25 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa oldhamii
Giant Timber Bamboo |
The most common giant tropical bamboo grown in the USA. Culms straight and erect with relatively short branches. Leaves are rather wide. Distinct lack of lower branching when the plant matures allows for the large culms to display. This plant will produce the largest diameter culms of any bamboo that can be grown in the Houston area climate. It is a very erect, upright bamboo that has a very small "foot print". This allows the plant to be utilized in very small urban landscapes where not much horizontal room is available. It is great a specimen plant or hedge to block second story window or commercial buildings from view. |
55' tall, 4" diameter culms,
good to 18 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa pervariabilis 'Viridistriatus'
Sunburst Bamboo |
Recently introduced from China and still very rare and sought after in Texas. Very limited stock occasionally available. Very highly colored culms. New shoots are yellow with green stripes maturing to yellow/gold with varying dark green stripes.
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45' tall, 2.4" diameter culms,
good to 18 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa textilis ‘Glabra’
Silk Bamboo |
Attractive and distinctive. Similar to "Gracilis", but having glabrous culms and culm sheathes. Random bluish-white bloom on culms.
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30' tall, 1" diameter culms,
good to 15 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa textilis ‘Gracilis’
Graceful Bamboo |
A beautiful all-green bamboo that has a classic Asian appearance. Foliage cascades gracefully with leaf tips pointing downward.
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30' tall, 1" diameter culms,
good to 15 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa textilis ·
Kanapaha Bamboo |
Tight clumps. An extremely handsome plant that arches gracefully. The thin walled culms are used for weaving. This is a classic that always looks great regardless of the time of year. Can be utilized as a striking specimen or fantastic hedge. |
50' tall, 2.3" diameter culms,
good to 18 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa textilis 'Dwarf'
Rockledge Gardens Bamboo |
This is a clone of Bambusa textilis that doesn't grow above 15’ tall, making it the shortest of the species.
-OS- |
15' tall, 1 1/4" diameter culms,
good to 12 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa tuldoides
Punting Pole Bamboo |
The large, thick walled culms make this one of the most useful tropical bamboos. Frequently solid near the base. Prolific culm producer in a semi-open clump. This is the bamboo used for the Gulf Coasts "Calcutta surf poles" of years past. Very strong, straight culms are highly sought after for tool handles, crafts, etc. |
55' tall, 2.3" diameter culms,
good to 18 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa ventricosa ·
Buddha's Belly Bamboo |
Some forms are dwarf with swollen internodes and used for potted plants, bonsai or small specimens, while others revert to a giant form. This is a very drought hardy as well as wet tolerant plant once established. The giant form is an incredible sight to behold. Huge weeping growth habit requires a large planting area. This plant can quickly become the largest plant mass in a landscape in as few as 5 years under ideal growing conditions! |
55' tall, 3" diameter culms,
good to 18 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa ventricosa 'Clone X'
'Clone X' Bamboo |
A vigorous clone of ventricosa that grows much bigger than the type. This is a very drought hardy as well as wet tolerant plant once established. This giant form is an incredible sight to behold. Huge weeping growth habit requires a large planting area. This plant can quickly become the largest plant mass in a landscape in as few as 5 years under ideal growing conditions! |
87’ tall, 3.25” diameter culms,
good to 18 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa ventricosa 'Kimmei'
Kimmei Buddha Belly Bamboo |
Some forms are dwarf with swollen internodes and used for potted plants, bonsai or small specimens, while others revert to a giant form. Culms turn yellow with age and are striped with green. Some variegation on the leaves. This is a very drought hardy as well as wet tolerant plant once established. Used often where a large specimen is required with a large weeping habit. Great for blocking a view. |
55' tall, 3" diameter culms,
good to 18 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa vulgaris 'Vittata'
Painted Bamboo |
Common throughout the tropical world. Open clump, culms spaced a foot or two apart. Golden yellow culms with vertical green stripes that look like drip marks. The "buttery" yellow culms turn more golden with age. A very popular ornamental. This is the most "colorful" bamboo that can be grown in the Houston area climate. Highly ornamental specimen plant. One of the most attractively marked canes. The min temp ratings assure that some winters this plant will freeze back, but rest assured that it will re-grow quickly the next summer. |
50' tall, 4" diameter culms,
good to 27 degrees Fahrenheit |
Bambusa vulgaris 'Wamin'
Dwarf Buddha Belly Bamboo |
A dwarf form with short and swollen lower green internodes. |
16' tall, 3" diameter culms,
good to 30 degrees Fahrenheit |
Dendrocalamus brandisii
Teddy Bear Bamboo |
Thick walled culms. Very large, tropical leaves. Soft brown hairs on the new culms give this bamboo its common name.
-OS- |
100' tall, 8" diameter culms,
good to 32 degrees Fahrenheit |
Dendrocalamus minor 'Amoenus'
Angel Mist Bamboo |
Tight clumping, no low branching. Very persistent white bloom combined with irregular culm stripes combine to present an eye-catching appearance. The smallest and most frost-tolerant Dendrocalamus.
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35' tall, 3" diameter culms,
good to 24 degrees Fahrenheit |
Dendrocalamus strictus
Male Bamboo |
The lower parts of the culms are sometimes solid. Drought tolerant. The most common and most useful bamboo in Indiameter. |
60' tall, 4" diameter culms,
good to 30 degrees Fahrenheit |
Gigantochloa atroviolacea
Tropical Black Bamboo |
From Java and Sumatra. Purple-black culms striped with green. Weeping habit, hairy culm sheathes without stripping. Large, dark green leaves. This plant is in very high demand and limited stock. A must have for bamboo collectors.
-OS- |
50' tall, 3 ½" diameter culms,
good to 25 degrees Fahrenheit |
Otatea acuminata ssp.
aztecorum
Mexican Weeping Bamboo |
The long narrow leaves are produced in such abundance that they almost completely obscure the culms. Clumps open with culms spaced up to 1 to 2 feet apart. The small leaves give this plant a very unique appearance. A pleasing feathery fountain-like effect. This is the spectacular bamboo specimen growing against the tree house wall that awe visitors at the Mercer Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. |
20' tall, 1 ½" diameter culms,
good to 22 degrees Fahrenheit |
Otatea glauca
Mayan Silver Bamboo |
From Chiapas, Mexico, with hollow culms covered in silver-white waxy powder. Leaves weeping and narrow. |
20’ tall, 1 ½” diameter culms,
good to 22 degrees Fahrenheit |
