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Thamnocalamus spathiflorus Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in most soils in sun or shade so long as the soil is moist[200]. Prefers a good loamy soil in a semi-shaded position[1, 11, 25], the leaves curling up when the plant grows in strong sunlight. Dislikes drought[1]. Requires a position sheltered from cold winds[25, 195]. Only hardy in the milder areas of Britain[195]. Plants are hardy to about -20°c according to another report. 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]. The rootstock is caespitose[25]. Closely related to T. aristatus[200]. For further Thamnocalamus spathiflorus gardening information |
