Bhalu bans (Dendrocalamus hookeri)

Family: Poaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Dendrocalamus hookeri is an evergreen Bamboo growing to 20 m (65ft) by 2 m (6ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. The flowers are pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Shoots

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Young shoots - cooked as a vegetable. — Young shoots - cooked as a vegetable.

Habitat & North American Range

Found in the foothills of the Himalayas at elevations of 700 - 1,500 metres. (Zone 10)