Status:
valid
Authors:
T.H.Wen
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
J. Bamboo Res. 3(2): 26 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000869577
Common Names
- Rimosivaginus Ferrocalamus
- Ferrocalamus Grass
- Ferrocalamus
Description
Ferrocalamus rimosivaginus (also called rippled bamboo, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to East Asia. It grows in meadows, steppes, and other grassy areas, and can reach heights of up to 1.2 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Ferrocalamus rimosivaginus is an ornamental grass, grown for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate a wide range of climates. It is often used as a hedge or screen plant, and can also be used as a groundcover. It is also popular in bonsai culture.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ferrocalamus rimosivaginus has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ferrocalamus rimosivaginus is a clumping bamboo that grows in a variety of climates. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can tolerate full sun but may need more watering in hot climates. It is frost-tolerant and can be grown in USDA zones 6-9.
Where to Find Ferrocalamus rimosivaginus
Ferrocalamus rimosivaginus can be found in the Himalayan Mountains of China, Nepal, and India.
Ferrocalamus rimosivaginus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ferrocalamus rimosivaginus?
Ferrocalamus rimosivaginus
What is the common name of Ferrocalamus rimosivaginus?
Rimose Vagin Bamboo
What is the hardiness zone of Ferrocalamus rimosivaginus?
5-9
Species in the Ferrocalamus genus
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:904185-1: 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].