Overview

Thamnocalamus spathiflorus subsp. nepalensis is a clump forming, spreading branched bamboos in the genus Thamnocalamus, part of the Poaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Thamnocalamus spathiflorus subsp. nepalensis grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include architectural, patio and container plants, low maintenance and hedging and screens.

About

Thamnocalamus spathiflorus subsp. nepalensis is a robust, clump-forming evergreen bamboo belonging to the Poaceae family. It features sturdy, hollow stems that may have a waxy, bluish-white coating and bear small, greyish-green leaves. This cultivar thrives in well-drained loam soils with a neutral to alkaline pH, preferring full sun or partial shade in sheltered, south- or west-facing positions. Suitable for architectural uses, hedging, and container planting, it is hardy to UK zone H3 and is best propagated by division in spring.

About the genus

Thamnocalamus is a genus of clumping bamboo in the grass family. These species are found from the Himalayas as well as Madagascar and Southern Africa.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Thamnocalamus

Sunlight

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

South-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H3

Plant details

Thamnocalamus spathiflorus subsp. nepalensis size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Bamboos

Habit

Clump forming, Spreading branched

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Architectural, Patio and container plants, Low Maintenance, Hedging and screens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Thamnocalamus spathiflorus subsp. nepalensis

Propagation

Division in spring

Pest resistance

Slugs

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions