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Big Leaf Bamboo - Indoclamus tesselatus Description: Indocalamus tesellatus, is known for its large leaves, which can grow up to 2 feet long and 4 inches wide on mature plantings. This bamboo can reach a height of about 7 with culms about the diameter of a pencil. Although it is a spreading bamboo, it is somewhat slow to get started. It will thrive in full shade growing in rich, moist, slightly acid soils, and is cold hardy to about -5 degrees F. It will eventually form a large green mound of coarse foliage perfect for creating a tropical look in full shade, growing in a container on a shady patio or next to a water feature. Planting History: I purchased a small plant of this bamboo from Bamboo Garden Nursery in December 2002 and planted it out in the full shade of a north-facing wall. It has steadily increased in spread and size, but is far from the maximum size. The tallest 2004 stems are 2- 3 tall and have leaves 15 18 long. Click on the next button below to view a picture, or back to plant list |
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