Phyllostachys flexuosa Zig-zag bamboo (Gramineae) Evergreen bamboo

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Phyllostachys flexuosa
Zig-zag bamboo
Evergreen bamboo
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The Phyllostachys flexuosa plant species is found in E. Asia - China. It is a member of the Gramineae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Zig-zag bamboo. Some home gardeners know the variety as Bambusa flexuosa.

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Latin Name:  Phyllostachys flexuosa
Common Name:  Zig-zag bamboo
Family:  Gramineae
Author:  (Carr.)A.&C.Riv.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  6   Mature Width:  6

Habitat:  Not known

General Uses: The canes are not of the highest quality but can be used for plant supports etc. The medium quality wood is good for all standard bamboo uses for canes of this size[195].

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