Photo of Bambusa textilis foliage by Karl Gercens III

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Bambusa textilis

Also Known As

  • Weaver’s Bamboo

Plant type

bamboo

size

  • H: 30'-40'
  • W: 15'-30'

planting zones

  • 8b-12

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Bambusa textilis plant details

Bambusa textilis is a fast-growing evergreen bamboo with green foliage. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control, heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Bambusa textilis

Plant type: bamboo
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 15 FT - 30 FT - wide, 30 FT - 40 FT - tall
Uses: clumping, hedge, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Bambusa textilis

USDA Zones: 8b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, erosion, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Truly the mama bear. She’s woven the clan together with the greatest ease. Say it, please. Bambusa tex-til-is. to 35’
Native to Southern China Tightly clumped, non-invasive, graceful arches. Used in weaving and for timber, flute-making and fencing; edible shoots. Great for gardens, forming a tight grove in few years.

Gardening facts about Bambusa textilis plant

How to Grow Bambusa textilis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • erosion control
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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aka Bambusa oldhami, Giant Timber Bamboo

Plant Type

Bamboo

Zones

9a-12

Size

Height: 30'-65'

Width: 6'-15'

  • sun - shade
  • regular - low
Photo of Bambusa oldhamii culms by Karl Gercens III
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aka Alphonse Karr Clumping Bamboo

Plant Type

Bamboo

Zones

8a-12

Size

Height: 10'-20'

Width: 5'-15'

  • sun - bright shade
  • regular - occasional
Photo of Bambusa multiplex 'Alphonse Karr' culms by Karl Gercens III
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aka Bambusa multiplex 'Fernleaf', Fernleaf Clumping Bamboo

Plant Type

Bamboo

Zones

8a-12

Size

Height: 10'-20'

Width: 5'-15'

  • sun - bright shade
  • regular - occasional
Photo of Bambusa multiplex 'Floribunda' foliage by Karl Gercens III
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aka Bambusa multiplex 'Riviereorum', Chinese Goddess Bamboo, Riviereorum Clumping Bamboo

Plant Type

Bamboo

Zones

8a-12

Size

Height: 8'-15'

Width: 4'-8'

  • sun - bright shade
  • regular - occasional
Photo of Bambusa multiplex var. riviereorum by Karl Gercens III
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aka Punting Pole Bamboo

Plant Type

Bamboo

Zones

8b-12

Size

Height: 30'-55'

Width: 15'-20'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - low
Photo of Bambusa tuldoides culms by Raffi Kojian
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