Bio Facts: Nutans Bamboo
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Common Name:
Nutans Bamboo
Scientific Name:
Bambusa nutans
Origin:
N. India, Thailand
USDA Cold Hardiness Zones:
9b and up
Light Requirements:
Full sun
Soil Requirements:
Regular water
Notes:
- Nutans means “nodding” in Thai.
- Bushy and hedge-like with sharp thorn-like new growth.
- Attractive ornamental with up to 3” culms.
- Culm wood is straight and strong and is used commercially.
- One of the six species used in the Indian paper industry.
- In China it’s used for farm implements and building material.
