Description
Chusquea lorentziana (also called Lorentz bamboo, among many other common names) is a species of bamboo native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is a clumping bamboo, growing to a height of 8–10 m and a diameter of 2–3 cm. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, at altitudes of 1,000–2,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Chusquea lorentziana is used for making furniture, baskets, and other handicrafts. It is also used as a decorative plant in gardens and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chusquea lorentziana is a small, yellowish-green spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown grain. The seedlings are thin, light green shoots.
Where to Find Chusquea lorentziana
Chusquea lorentziana is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in grasslands and disturbed areas.