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polymorph bamboo

Scientific Name: Bambusa polymorpha

Family: Poaceae

Category: Monocot

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Polymorph Bamboo (Bambusa polymorpha)

Learn about Polymorph Bamboo (Bambusa polymorpha), a striking plant with a rich history and diverse uses. This page provides detailed information about its classification, characteristics, and ecological role.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is a grass.

Considerations for Children

  • This plant is a grass.

Common Names

  • Polymorph Bamboo
  • Bengal Bamboo

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Bambusa polymorpha Munro
  • Synonym: Arundarbor polymorpha (Munro) Kuntze
  • Rank: Species
  • Order: Poales
  • Family: Poaceae (grasses, gramines)
  • Genus: Bambusa Schreb. (bamboo)

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Type: Graminoid
  • Habit: Perennial
  • Appearance: Large, handsome, tufted bamboo with tall, clean culms (stems).

Habitat and Growing Conditions

  • Light Requirements: Prefers a location with at least a few hours of direct sunlight daily.
  • Hardiness: Described as rustic.
  • Other: Requires a nice layer of mulch to control evaporation and keep the soil moist.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Insects: Known to be associated with the Bamboo Longhorn Beetle (Chlorophorus annularis).
  • Mentioned in conjunction with bamboo mealybug.

Additional Information

  • Accepted Symbol: BAPO6
  • Plant database for Polymorph bamboo Natives Poaceae.