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Dendrocalamus Giganteus: Stéphane Schröder January 23, 2010
Dendrocalamus Giganteus: Stéphane Schröder January 23, 2010
Dendrocalamus giganteus
Dendrocalamus giganteus also known as Giant Bamboo or Dragon
Bamboo is a giant tropical and subtropical clumping species native to
Myanmar (Burma), Bhutan, China and Thailand. It is considered the
tallest bamboo in the world.
Dendrocalamus giganteus
Height 25 - 35 m
Diameter 15 - 30 cm
Growth Habit Dense Clumping
Climate Tropical - Subtropical
Hardiness -1°C
Origin Southeast Asia
Leaves: Leaves are variable in size, but can be from 15-50 cm in length and
between 3-10 cm wide.