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Sasa palmata

Climate

Sasa palmata prefers a climate with moderate temperatures and moderate to high humidity. It thrives in areas with a mild to cool climate and can tolerate both sun and shade. It is typically found at elevations ranging from lowlands to mountainous regions.

Common Name

Bamboo

Description

Sasa palmata, also known as the Japanese runner bamboo, is a small bamboo plant native to Japan. It features long and wide leaves, reaching up to 35 cm in length and 9 cm in width. This plant serves multiple purposes, including being used as a stock feed, providing shelter, and as a source of paper pulp. However, it is important to control its growth as it can be highly invasive and may require management to prevent it from spreading to unwanted areas.

Genus
Grouping
Other utility
Latin Name

Sasa palmata

Origin

Japan

Other Relevant Information

Sasa palmata, also known as the Japanese small bamboo, is a runner bamboo native to Japan. It typically reaches a height of 2 to 4 meters and features long leaves, measuring up to 35 cm in length and 9 cm in width. Apart from its ornamental value, Sasa palmata serves various practical purposes. It can be used as a source of stock feed, providing nourishment for livestock. Additionally, it offers shelter and can be utilized as a supply of paper pulp. However, it is important to note that Sasa palmata is highly invasive and requires proper control measures to prevent it from spreading into unwanted areas.

Related Genus
Soil Preferences

Well-drained and fertile soil.

Specific species
Uses
Stock feed
Suitability to cool temperate climate

A native of Japan, it is a small (2 - 4 m) runner bamboo, with leaves up to 35 cm long and 9 cm wide. It is useful both as a stock feed, shelter and as supply of paper pulp. It is highly invasive and will need to be controlled using stock to prevent it invading areas where it is not wanted.