Black Asper Bamboo (Dendrocalamus asper var. Hitam)
Black Asper Bamboo (Dendrocalamus asper var. Hitam)
Black Asper Bamboo (Dendrocalamus asper var. Hitam)
***Clumping Bamboo***
Indonesia (Java)
Size: Huge! (75 + feet)
- Sun: Full to part sun, protect from frost and excessive heat
- Hardiness: to around 28 degrees (Frost damage can occur at freezing)
- Water: High (4-6 times weekly during dry months)
- Flowers: inconspicuous
- Attracts: Nesting birds (humming birds and others)
- Pests: Argentine Ants, and Mealy bugs,
- Other Information: This plant will get huge! I'd recommend planting it in part sun
Great Links to learn more:
- http://www.bamboowholesale.com.au/html/black_asper.html
- http://www.bambooland.com.au/dendrocalamus-asper-hitam
- http://www.earthcare.com.au/nursery/bamboos/10-nursery/bamboos/29-dendrocalamus-asper-var-black.html