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Bambusa ventricosa

Family Gramineae
Plant Type ornamental grass
Zone USDA:   9a - 11   RHS:   FH - FT   EGF:   H5 - G2   Australia:   3 - 5  
Care Level
Height 2 - 17 m (6.5 - 55 ft)
Spread
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The showy matte foliage is deep green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen. Bambusa ventricosa (buddha's belly bamboo) has showy and smooth stems. A specimen plant, Bambusa ventricosa (buddha's belly bamboo) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Container, specimen, screening, topiary and tropical.
Special Characteristics Bambusa ventricosa is tolerant of wet sites.