Overview
Indocalamus tessellatus f. hamadae is a clump-forming, spreading with vigorous rhizomes bamboos in the genus Indocalamus, part of the Poaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Indocalamus tessellatus f. hamadae grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include architectural, patio and container plants, cottage and informal garden and hedging and screens.
About
Indocalamus tessellatus f. hamadae is a cultivar of Indocalamus, a genus of relatively small, evergreen bamboos known for their clump-forming habit that eventually spreads through vigorous rhizomes. This cultivar features slender stems with dense, glossy dark green foliage, making it suitable for architectural uses, patio and container planting, as well as hedging and screens. It thrives in partial shade with a north-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is best propagated by division in early spring and provides seasonal interest from spring through autumn.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Indocalamus
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Indocalamus tessellatus f. hamadae size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bamboos
- Habit
- Clump-forming, spreading with vigorous rhizomes
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, Patio and container plants, Cottage and informal garden, Hedging and screens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Indocalamus tessellatus f. hamadae
- Propagation
- Division in early spring
- Pest resistance
- Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Indocalamus tessellatus f. hamadae?
Indocalamus tessellatus f. hamadae prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Indocalamus tessellatus f. hamadae need?
Indocalamus tessellatus f. hamadae grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Indocalamus tessellatus f. hamadae hardy in the UK?
Indocalamus tessellatus f. hamadae has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Indocalamus tessellatus f. hamadae?
Division in early spring.
