Bio Facts: Silverstripe Blowgun Bamboo
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Common Name:
Silverstripe Blowgun Bamboo
Scientific Name:
Bambusa dolichomerithalla ‘Silver Stripe-stem’
Origin:
Taiwan
USDA Cold Hardiness Zones:
9-11
Light Requirements:
Full sun to part shade
Soil Requirements:
Regular to moist soil
Notes:
- Dark green culms with occasional silver-white stripes
- Culms can turn a soft yellow color with sunlight and age
- Can grow to 35’ with 2” diameter culms
- Can make a great privacy hedge
- Straight culms and 2’ between internodes makes this a favorite for making blowguns
