Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
macroculmis
ID:
863013

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rivière) J.Houz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bambou (Mons) 2: 263 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000862348

Common Names

  • Macroculmis Bamboo
  • Macroculmis Giant Bamboo
  • Dendrocalamus macroculmis

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Description

Dendrocalamus macroculmis (also called Dendrocalamus, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to the tropical regions of South America. It is a tufted grass with erect stems and leaves that are up to 10 cm long. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrocalamus macroculmis is used for making paper and pulp, as well as for weaving mats and baskets. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil conservation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendrocalamus macroculmis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrocalamus macroculmis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps can be divided and replanted in a sunny position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Dendrocalamus macroculmis

Dendrocalamus macroculmis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the countries of Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.

Dendrocalamus macroculmis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrocalamus macroculmis?

Dendrocalamus macroculmis

What is the growth rate of Dendrocalamus macroculmis?

Dendrocalamus macroculmis has a slow to moderate growth rate.

What is the ideal climate for Dendrocalamus macroculmis?

Dendrocalamus macroculmis prefers a warm, humid climate.

Species in the Dendrocalamus genus

Dendrocalamus asper, Dendrocalamus bambusoides, Dendrocalamus barbatus, Dendrocalamus bengkalisensis, Dendrocalamus birmanicus, Dendrocalamus brandisii, Dendrocalamus buar, Dendrocalamus calostachyus, Dendrocalamus cinctus, Dendrocalamus collettianus, Dendrocalamus detinens, Dendrocalamus dumosus, Dendrocalamus elegans, Dendrocalamus farinosus, Dendrocalamus fugongensis, Dendrocalamus giganteus, Dendrocalamus hait, Dendrocalamus hamiltonii, Dendrocalamus hirtellus, Dendrocalamus hookeri, Dendrocalamus jianshuiensis, Dendrocalamus latiflorus, Dendrocalamus liboensis, Dendrocalamus longispathus, Dendrocalamus macroculmis, Dendrocalamus membranaceus, Dendrocalamus merrilliana, Dendrocalamus messeri, Dendrocalamus minor, Dendrocalamus nudus, Dendrocalamus pachystachyus, Dendrocalamus parishii, Dendrocalamus peculiaris, Dendrocalamus pendulus, Dendrocalamus poilanei, Dendrocalamus pulverulentus, Dendrocalamus sahnii, Dendrocalamus sericeus, Dendrocalamus sikkimensis, Dendrocalamus sinicus, Dendrocalamus sinuatus, Dendrocalamus somdevae, Dendrocalamus strictus, Dendrocalamus tibeticus, Dendrocalamus tomentosus, Dendrocalamus tsiangii, Dendrocalamus wabo, Dendrocalamus yunnanicus, Dendrocalamus khoonmengii, Dendrocalamus suberosus,

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

Auguste Rivière (1821-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Riviere' in the authors string.
Jean Houzeau de Lehaie (1867-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Houz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:397893-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].