Latifolius Indocalamus (Indocalamus latifolius)

Family: Poaceae or Gramineae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Indocalamus latifolius is an evergreen Bamboo growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland). It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Open forest on mountain slopes and in valleys at elevations below 1000 metres. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)