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    Otatea aztecorum

    Also Known As

    • Otatea acuminata ssp. aztecorum
    • Mexican Weeping Bamboo

    Plant type

    bamboo

    size

    • H: 15'-20'
    • W: 20'

    planting zones

    • 9a-11

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    Otatea aztecorum plant details

    Otatea aztecorum is a fast-growing evergreen bamboo with green foliage. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Otatea aztecorum

    Plant type: bamboo
    Plant family: poaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 20 FT wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
    Uses: clumping

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Otatea aztecorum

    USDA Zones: 9a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: seaside / salt, verticillium wilt and wind
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Masses of long narrow leaves densely cover the culms. Gently arcing clumper, sways in the breeze. Excellent in ornamental gardens without heavy irrigation, or in well-drained pots will grow to 6' tall. Native to Mexico, Central America.

    By: Cactus Jungle

    Gardening facts about Otatea aztecorum plant

    How to Grow Otatea aztecorum

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - dappled shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • seaside / salt tolerant
      • wind tolerant
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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