Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
strictus
ID:
870243

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hsueh & Keng f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
J. Bamboo Res. 1(2): 3 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000869578

Common Names

  • Strictus Ferrocalamus
  • Ferrocalamus Grass
  • Ferrocalamus

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Description

Ferrocalamus strictus (also called upright 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 strictus 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 strictus has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ferrocalamus strictus 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 strictus

Ferrocalamus strictus can be found in the Himalayan Mountains of China, Nepal, and India.

Ferrocalamus strictus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ferrocalamus strictus?

Ferrocalamus strictus

What is the common name of Ferrocalamus strictus?

Strict Bamboo

What is the hardiness zone of Ferrocalamus strictus?

5-9

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

Xue Jiru (1921-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hsueh' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:899901-1: 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].