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Indocalamus tessellatus/Giant Leaf Bamboo
Foliage
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Foliage
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Foliage is large for bamboo
Several plants
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Scientific Name:
Indocalamus tessellatus
Common Name:
Giant Leaf Bamboo
Hardiness Zone:
6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
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Height:
5-8 feet
Spread:
to 1 foot
Light Exposure:
Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist,
Rate of Growth:
Slow
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
No
Comments:
Has the largest leaves of any bamboo in cultivation. It grows very well in shaded areas, such as beneath large trees. It is used as a ground cover and in containers. Has an average height of 7 feet, but can grow 2-3 feet taller and can be kept lower.