Hedge Bamboo

(Bambusa multiplex)

Hedge Bamboo (Bambusa multiplex)

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Estimated Native Range

Summary

Bambusa multiplex, commonly known as Hedge Bamboo, is an evergreen grass native to open woodlands and forest margins in East Asia. It typically forms a medium-sized clump up to 10 feet tall with slender, arching culms and dense, fine-textured foliage. The foliage remains green throughout the year, providing a consistent visual barrier. Hedge Bamboo is particularly valued for its dense growth habit, which makes it an excellent choice for privacy screens, hedges, and live fences in residential and commercial landscapes.

This species thrives in a range of soil types, provided they are well-drained, and it prefers full sun to partial shade. It requires moderate watering, with increased frequency during dry spells. Hedge Bamboo is relatively low-maintenance, but it can spread if not contained by barriers or regular root pruning. It is propagated through rhizome offsets and rooted culm cuttings, with micropropagation also possible. While generally pest-resistant, it can be susceptible to spider mites and bamboo mites under stress. Gardeners should be aware of its potential to become invasive in suitable climates outside its native range.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

Plant Type: Grass
Height: 20-30 feet
Width: 4-6 feet
Growth Rate: Rapid
Flower Color: N/A
Flowering Season: Non-Flowering
Leaf Retention: Evergreen

Growth Requirements

Sun: Full Sun
Water: Medium
Drainage: Medium, Slow

Common Uses

Border Plant, Deer Resistant, Edible*Disclaimer: Easyscape's listed plant edibility is for informational use. Always verify the safety and proper identification of any plant before consumption., Erosion Control, Hedges, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant, Salt Tolerant, Street Planting

Natural Habitat

native to open woodlands and forest margins in East Asia

Other Names

Common Names: Chinese Dwarf Bamboo , Chinese-Goddess Bamboo , Oriental Hedge Bamboo , Xiao Shun Zhu , H&Omacr;Rai-Chiku

Scientific Names: Bambusa multiplex , Bambusa multiplex var. riviereorum , Bambusa dolichomerithalla , Bambusa nana , Bambusa glaucescens , Bambusa multiplex var. nana , Bambusa floribunda , Bambusa multiplex var. elegans , Bambusa multiplex var. multiplex , Bambusa multiplex f. alphonse-karrii

GBIF Accepted Name: Bambusa multiplex (Lour.) Raeusch. ex Schult.f.