Phyllostachys nigra henonis Ha-chiku (Gramineae) Evergreen bamboo

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Phyllostachys nigra henonis
Ha-chiku
Evergreen bamboo
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The Phyllostachys nigra henonis plant species is found in E. Asia - E. and C. China, Japan. It is a member of the Gramineae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Ha-chiku. Some home gardeners know the variety as P. henonis.

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Latin Name:  Phyllostachys nigra henonis
Common Name:  Ha-chiku
Family:  Gramineae
Author:  (Mitford.)Stapf.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  6   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Fertile and moist places, also by streams[147].

General Uses: The canes make good plant supports. Thin walled but durable, the canes are also used for cabinet work and for decorative panels and inlays[195]. The rhizome is used in making umbrella handles, wickerwork, canes, musical instruments and various kinds of handicrafts[25, 74].

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