Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
communis
ID:
859901

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hsueh & T.P.Yi) K.M.Lan

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Fl. Guizhouensis 5: 308 (1988):.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000859236

Common Names

  • Chimonobambusa communis
  • Communis Chimonobambusa
  • Chimonobambusa

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Description

Chimonobambusa communis (also called Common Bamboo, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to East Asia. It has a thick, woody stem with long, narrow leaves and can grow up to 10 feet tall. It prefers moist, shady habitats and can be found in forests, gardens, and other areas with plenty of shade.

Uses & Benefits

Chimonobambusa communis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It can also be used as a ground cover and for erosion control. The plant is drought tolerant and can be used to create a natural looking hedge.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chimonobambusa communis has small white flowers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chimonobambusa communis is a clump-forming, evergreen bamboo. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).

Where to Find Chimonobambusa communis

Chimonobambusa communis is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Sichuan, Yunnan, and Guizhou.

Chimonobambusa communis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chimonobambusa communis?

Chimonobambusa communis

What is the common name of Chimonobambusa communis?

Common bamboo

What is the natural habitat of Chimonobambusa communis?

Forests and woodlands

Species in the Chimonobambusa genus

Chimonobambusa angustifolia, Chimonobambusa armata, Chimonobambusa brevinoda, Chimonobambusa callosa, Chimonobambusa communis, Chimonobambusa convoluta, Chimonobambusa damingshanensis, Chimonobambusa fansipanensis, Chimonobambusa grandifolia, Chimonobambusa hejiangensis, Chimonobambusa hirtinoda, Chimonobambusa hsuehiana, Chimonobambusa lactistriata, Chimonobambusa leishanensis, Chimonobambusa luzhiensis, Chimonobambusa macrophylla, Chimonobambusa marmorea, Chimonobambusa metuoensis, Chimonobambusa microfloscula, Chimonobambusa montigena, Chimonobambusa ningnanica, Chimonobambusa opienensis, Chimonobambusa pachystachys, Chimonobambusa paucispinosa, Chimonobambusa puberula, Chimonobambusa pubescens, Chimonobambusa purpurea, Chimonobambusa quadrangularis, Chimonobambusa rigidula, Chimonobambusa sichuanensis, Chimonobambusa szechuanensis, Chimonobambusa tianquanensis, Chimonobambusa tuberculata, Chimonobambusa tumidissinoda, Chimonobambusa unifolia, Chimonobambusa utilis, Chimonobambusa verruculosa, Chimonobambusa gracilis, Chimonobambusa jainii, Chimonobambusa puberula, Chimonobambusa arunachalensis, Chimonobambusa sangzhiensis, Chimonobambusa communis, Chimonobambusa multigemmia, Chimonobambusa zhizhuzhu,

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-404509: Based on the initial data import
Kai Min Lan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.Lan' in the authors string.
Xue Jiru (1921-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hsueh' in the authors string.
Tong Pei Yi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.P.Yi' in the authors string.