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Shibataea chinensis

Family Gramineae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone
Care Level
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description This plant is spreading in form and has glossy, medium textured and evergreen foliage that is medium green in colour. The bark is smooth in texture. Shibataea chinensis (zigzag bamboo) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Border, container, edging, ground cover, foundation, specimen and tropical.
Cautions The growth rate of Shibataea chinensis (zigzag bamboo) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.