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| Category: Bamboo |
| Family: Poaceae (Gramineae) (Grasses) |
| Origin: China (Asia) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Bloomtime: Infrequent |
| Synonyms: [Fargesia fungosa] |
| Height: 12-14 feet |
| Width: Clumping |
| Exposure: Cool Sun/Light Shade |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Medium Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 10-15° F |
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Borinda fungosa (Chocolate Bamboo) - A medium small-sized clumping bamboo that has 12 to 15 foot tall narrow dark reddish-brown culms that rise vertically, then bend over gracefully under the weight of the foliage, which emerges from clusters of branchlets at the upper culm joints. Culm sheaths are pale pinkish in color and add to the beauty of this plant. Plant in full to part sun along coast and protect with shade inland. Water regularly. Hardy to 15 F. A relatively recent introduction from northeastern Yunnan, China, where it grows from 6,000 to 9,000 feet and the culms are used for weaving. Our original stock was from Suncrest Nurseries who selected this dark chocolate clone from plants raised from seeds provided by the late Dr. Xue Ji-ru of the Southwestern Forestry College.
This description of this plant is based on our research and our observations of it growing at the nursery, in our own garden and in other gardens. We always appreciate receiving feedback of any kind from those who have any additional information about this plant, particularly if they disagree with what we have written or have additional cultural tips that would aid others growing Borinda fungosa .
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