Bambusa blumeana, also known as spiny bamboo or thorny bamboo, is a species of clumping bamboo occurring in Tropical Asia.This bamboo is known locally as: kawayang tinik in the Philippines, buluh duri in Malay and tre gai or tre lá ngắn in Vietnam.
Buddha's belly bamboo is resistant to disease and generally not susceptible to illnesses. Regarding care, this species is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs only modest watering, and larger plants typically do not require pruning. Smaller specimens, however, should be pruned after they have finished blooming. Buddha's belly bamboo is well suited to anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or deck, and does not demand extensive plant-care experience.
How to keep Bambusa Blumeana.
Light
Buddha's belly bamboo thrives in environments with plenty of sunlight, reflecting its inherent affinity for its native sunny habitat. Still, it has the ability to acclimate to places with lower sun exposure. Insufficient amounts of sunlight can hinder its development, and overexposure might lead to damage.
Temperature
Buddha's belly bamboo demonstrates an impressive ability to adapt to temperature, having the capacity to withstand heated conditions and major shifts in temperature. It requires careful watering and sufficient shade to prevent sun exposure during hot conditions. Despite this, Buddha's belly bamboo isn't particularly resistant to icy temperatures. While it can bear a certain amount of cold, extremely cold conditions have been known to cause frost damage.
Fertilizer
To foster healthy new growth of Buddha's belly bamboo, extra nourishment is required. Distributing some compost around the plant's base during the spring can sufficiently supply the essential nutrients it requires. Fertilization assists in bolstering robust growth and strengthens the plant's resistance to diseases and pests.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Grass
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Bambusa
- Family
- Poaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 8-11
- Mature Height
- 6.1 m to 10.06 m
- Mature Spread
- 4.57 m to 6.1 m
- Leaf Color
- Green
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Bloom Time
- Early summer, Mid summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
- Native Area
- Malaysia, Vietnam, Myanmar, Laos, China
