Edible Plants of the World

Hedge Bamboo, Chinese dwarf bamboo

Hedge Bamboo, Chinese dwarf bamboo

A tropical and subtropical plant. In SE Asia it grows up to 1,500 m altitude. It tolerates temperatures as low as -8°C. It grows well on sandy soils. It needs a reasonable rainfall. It needs rich moist soils. It needs a sunny position. It is resistant to frost. It suits hardiness zones 9-12. Melbourne Botanical Gardens. Geelong Botanical Gardens. In XTBG Yunnan. In Sichuan.

Also known as:

Aor selat, Aur cino, Awi krisik, Bambi pagar, Bambu cina, Buloh china, Buloh pagar, Buluh pagar, Cay hop, Horai-chiku, Kawayan tsina, Nsungwi, Pa-lau-pinan-wa, Phai-li-ang, Pring chendani, Pring tjendani, Russei tae

Synonyms

Edible Portion

Where does Hedge Bamboo grow?

Found in: Africa, Asia, Australia, Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, East Africa, Fiji, Hawaii, Himalayas, India, Indochina, Indonesia, Japan, Laos, Malawi, Malaysia, Marquesas, Myanmar, Nepal, Northeastern India, Pacific, Philippines, Pakistan, SE Asia, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam, United States

Notes: There are about 120 Bambusa species. They are tropical and subtropical in Asia.

Status: It is cultivated.

Growing Hedge Bamboo, Chinese dwarf bamboo

Cultivation: It is usually grown from rhizome cuttings or shoots. It can be used as a hedge or living fence.

Edible Uses: The young shoots are edible. They are bitter so need to be harvested before they emerge from the soil. They are lightly cooked. They are also used in soup.

Nutrition Info

per 100g edible portion

Edible Part Energy (kcal) Protein (g) Iron (mg) Vitamin A (ug) Vitamin c (mg) Zinc (mg) % Water
Shoots - - - - - -

Hedge Bamboo, Chinese dwarf bamboo Photos

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