Indocalamus sp. 'Hamadae'

Also Known As

Indocalamus hamadae
Indocalamus tessellatus f. hamadae

Plant type

tree, bamboo

size

H: 5'-15'
W: 5'-15'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Indocalamus sp. 'Hamadae' plant details

Indocalamus sp. 'Hamadae' is an evergreen bamboo or tree with green foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Indocalamus sp. 'Hamadae'

Plant type: bamboo or tree
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 15 FT - wide, 5 FT - 15 FT - tall
Uses: tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Indocalamus sp. 'Hamadae'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the largest-leafed bamboos for temperate gardens, Indocalamus hamadae sprouts leaves up to two feet in length and four inches wide. The plant grows taller than other related species, usually growing to five to eight feet. It is used best as a border to wide paths or an understory plant growing beneath large trees. The leaves have an exceptional contrast to bamboos with smaller leaves, such as members of the Fargesia genus.

By: Red Panda Nursery

Hamadae is said to reach 15 feet tall with leaves up to two feet long. Our plants are closer to 5-6 feet tall. The culms are thicker than I. tessellatus and the leaves are slightly shorter. The only Japanese Indocalamus, these are beautiful as background plantings in woodland or tropical borders.