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Phyllostachys praecox Evergreen bamboo (1 Page of 5) The Phyllostachys praecox plant species is found in E. Asia - China in Jiangsu and Zhejiang. It is a member of the Gramineae family. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Phyllostachys praecox Family: Gramineae Author: C.D.Chu.&C.S.Chou. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 4 Mature Width: Habitat: Plains.
Cultivation Notes: Requires a rich damp soil in a sheltered position and plenty of moisture in the growing season.
Dislikes prolonged exposure to hard frosts.
This species is notably resistant to honey fungus[200].
Plants only flower at intervals of many years. When they do come into flower most of the plants energies are directed into producing seed and consequently the plant is severely weakened. They sometimes die after flowering, but if left alone they will usually recover though they will look very poorly for a few years. If fed with artificial NPK fertilizers at this time the plants are more likely to die[122].
This is a good companion species to grow in a woodland because the plants are shallow rooted and do not compete with deep rooted trees[195].
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