Umbrella Bamboo (Thamnocalamus spathaceus)

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

Thamnocalamus spathaceus is an evergreen Bamboo growing to 4 m (13ft) by 5 m (16ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. 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.

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

Damp positions in woodlands up to 3000 metres. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)