Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
membranaceus
ID:
863015

Status:
valid

Authors:
Munro

Source:
wcs

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 26: 149 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000862350

Common Names

  • Dendrocalamus membranaceus
  • Bamboo Membranaceus
  • Bamboo Giant

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Description

Dendrocalamus membranaceus (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 membranaceus 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 membranaceus 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 membranaceus is a fast-growing, clumping bamboo that can reach heights of up to 30 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes. The rhizomes should be divided in the spring or fall and planted in well-draining soil.

Where to Find Dendrocalamus membranaceus

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

Dendrocalamus membranaceus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrocalamus membranaceus?

Dendrocalamus membranaceus

What is the growth rate of Dendrocalamus membranaceus?

Dendrocalamus membranaceus has a slow to moderate growth rate.

What is the ideal climate for Dendrocalamus membranaceus?

Dendrocalamus membranaceus 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

William Munro (1818-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Munro' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:397895-1: 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].