This section lists the tropical bamboo plant varieties we have in production. They
are all tropical, or sub-tropical, clumping bamboos and are generally not
cold-hardy like the temperate, running bamboos. Some, the sub-tropicals, can
tolerate freezing temperatures for short periods. Check the minimum
temperatures listed on each species description as a guideline for which
species can grow unprotected in your area.
Use our Search Bamboo page to find something specific.
Known in the US as the 'Laos seedlings'. Culm tops drooping, pruinose (white powder). Single main branches. Used for construction.
Similar to D. hamiltonii, but with fimbriate culm sheath ligule. Will grow to 50' with 4" diameter culms in Florida. Minimum temp 27 degrees F. Min USDA zone: 9b. Click here to find zone.
The standard, majestic, all green form of D.latifloris. A timber bamboo from southern China. Large, dark green leaves are 10 to 16 inches long and 3 to 4 inches wide. Outstanding quality large, edible shoots.
Some specimens of this species are occasionally found, worldwide, to be infected with the Bamboo Mosaic Potex Virus. We propagate only from lab-tested, virus-free stock.
60' and 4" dia. culms in FL. Min. temp. 27F. Min USDA zone: 9b. Click here to find zone.
One of the most beautiful of the timber bamboos - that's the good news. The bad news is that it is a carrier of BaMV (Bamboo Mosaic Potex Virus) (click for details). We are listing it here mostly for information. Generally, a verbal discussion with us (educational) is requested before the sale of propagules.
Dark green stripes on the yellow green culm and a few yellow stripes on the leaves. Will reach 70' tall with 6" diameter culms in Florida. Min temp 27 F. Min USDA zone: 9b. Click here to find zone.
Obtained in a trade with a bamboo enthusiast in Taiwan. Three large offsets were sent to USDA quarantine and one survived.
It is an extremely rare, bizarre looking, tropical bamboo. It bellies like Bambusa vulgaris Wamin (Buddha's Belly), however as it's a mutation of Dendrocalamus latiflorus, it is massive. To be test-grown and propagated, beginning in 2019. UPDATE: We now have very limited 3 gallon stock available for sale. They will be sold to those who have placed backorder requests and the rest on a first come first served basis
30' and 4" dia. culms in FL. Min. temp. 27F. Min USDA zone: 9b.Click here to find zone.
Dendrocalamus latiflorus x D.daii x B.textilis - Triple Hybrid Bamboo*New
Called "Triple Hybrid Bamboo", although there are actually two different triple hybrids. We've been working to successfully get the second version into USDA quarantine.
One of several hybrid bamboos that caught our interest in China. A select group of different bamboo species were forced into flower and cross-pollinated by Professor Zhang Guangchu (Guangdong Forestry Research Institute). The primary objective was to combine the best features of superior edible shoot producing bamboos. Many also exhibited ornamental qualities and, with some, we've begun the importation process.
This hybrid is a combination of three species - a complex process that results in striated culms. The culms also grow slightly zig-zag. Ornamentally, it is spectacular. Imported from Yunnan, China in July/2012 and released to us by the USDA in the summer of 2013.
Will grow to at least 45' tall with 3" - 4" diameter culms. 2023 UPDATE: cold hardy down to low 20's. Click here to find zone.
Dendrocalamus latiflorus x Dendrocalamus hamiltonii*New
One of several hybrid bamboos that caught our interest in China. Several bamboo species were forced into flower and cross-pollinated by Professor Zhang Guangchu (Guangdong Forestry Research Institute). The primary objective was to combine the best features of superior edible shoot producing bamboos. Many also exhibited ornamental qualities and, with some, we've begun the importation process. We imported this hybrid from China in 2012 and released to us by the USDA in early 2013.
We have been test-growing it in our fields and it is now available in limited quantities.
Will grow to at least 50' tall with 3" - 4" diameter culms. Click here to find zone.
A delicate medium-sized bamboo with long, narrow downward facing leaves. Grows to 20 feet with dramatically arched culm tips. Ideally trimmed at 6 foot-12 foot. Canes are thin-walled, about 1 inch in diameter. Makes a great specimen or focal point when trimmed. Imported from Yunnan, China. Click here to find zone.
Described as a striated version of D.brandisii - seems to mature somewhat smaller than brandisii in Florida. Large leaves and yellow or cream striped culms when young. An interesting ornamental. Should reach 50' with 4" culms in Florida. Minimum temp. 27 degrees F. Min USDA zone: 9b. Click here to find zone.
Literally, its name means large leaves. This new import certainly lives up to its name with extremely wide and long leaves. Imported from Yunnan, China in 2012 and released to us by the USDA in early 2013.
We are currently test-growing in our fields. It should be available in limited quantities by the end of 2013.
Will grow to at least 50' tall with 3" - 4" diameter culms. Click here to find zone.
This is the standard, non-striated version of the species. The variety "amoenus" (next species listed) differs with striped culms. Tight clumping, no low branching. Beautiful whitish bloom on culms creates a glowing, ghostly effect.
The smallest and most frost-tolerant Dendrocalamus available. A staff favorite!
Will grow to 35' with 3" dia. culms. Min. temp 24F. Min USDA zone: 9b. Click here to find zone.
Tight clumping, no low branching. Beautiful whitish bloom combined with irregular culm stripes combine to present an eye-catching appearance. Makes a stunning garden focal point.
The smallest and most frost-tolerant Dendrocalamus available.
Will grow to 35' with 3" dia. culms. Min. temp 24F. Min USDA zone: 9b. Click here to find zone.
A medium-sized feature bamboo from southern China where it grows at altitudes between 1500'-4500'. Fairly tight clumping with symetrical overall form. Culm sheaths are initially orange-brown, presenting a beautiful contrast.
Grows to about 35' tall. Minimum temp. about 28 degrees F.
Synonym: Dendrocalamus farinosus
Distributed from Western to Southern Yunnan, China, growing mostly in valleys along rivers. Named river bamboo or wild bamboo, by local Chinese people. Trailing habit - Shoots excessively collected in the wild because of their ;od quality.
Imported from Yunnan, China in 2012 and released to us by the USDA in early 2013.
We are currently test-growing in our fields. It should be available in limited quantities by the end of 2013.
Mature size in South Florida is currently unknown. We will monitor and update the data as our field test subject develops Click here to find zone.
Very new to our nursery. We are currently test-growing - so far, our field specimen is developing nicely. It is described as an ornamental bamboo in the Chinese Compendium of Bamboo, smaller than most of the species in this genus. Should grow to about 30' tall with 2" diameter culms. Min USDA zone: 9b.Click here to find zone.
Grows in the south and southwest and western region of Yunnan, China in the valley zone at elevations of 1500~3000'.
As the species name implies, the culms of this bamboo is not normally self-supported and they're usually leaning on trees and branches.
Grows to about 25' tall, with long internodes (typical of a scandent bamboo)
Used for paper-making and light construction. The shoots taste delicious and tender and can be processed for food. New import..
Cold-hardiness is unknown but it will likely not survive in freezing temperatures for more than a couple of hours. Click here to find zone.
