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Phyllostachys robustiramea

S. Y. Chen & C. Y. Chao

Poaceae Edible: Shoots

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Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

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Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

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Description

A bamboo. It grows 10 m tall. The culms are 6 cm across. The internodes are purple-green but become grey-green. They are 26 cm long. They have a white powder. There are 2 or 3 leaves on the end branch.

Edible Uses

The shoots are eaten raw or cooked and are highly enjoyed.

Traditional Uses

The shoots are eaten raw or cooked.

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Distribution

It is a temperate plant.

Where It Grows

Asia, China,

Cultivation

Plants can be grown by seeds or division.

Production

The shoots are harvested in spring when 8 cm tall.

Other Information

The shoots are enjoyed.

Synonyms

Phyllostachys erecta T. H. WenPhyllostachya setosa C. D. Chu & H. Y. Chou

References (2)

  • Flora of China.
  • www.guaduabamboo.com (As Phyllostachya erecta)

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