Chusquea gigantea

One of the most impressive bamboos that can be grown in the UK. Although clump - forming, its canes are well spaced and can eventually produce a grove of tall, upright stems with a substantial diameter. Prominent nodes further enhance its appearance. 

It is one of the few bamboos with a deep root system and this may be the reason that it rarely adapts well to being grown in pots. It is of moderate hardiness and has tolerated -15C. Lives up to its name and should achieve a mature height of over 20ft. (6m)

Slow to propagate and consequently always in short supply.   

(Has also been listed as Chusquea breviglumis & Chusquea aff culeou)

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