Sirochloa parvifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Munro) S.Dransf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 57: 966 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000900007
Common Names
- Sirochloa parvifolia
- Small-leaved Sirochloa
- Small-leaved Snakeweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sirochloa parvifolia (also called Chinese bamboo, among many other common names) is a species of bamboo native to China and Vietnam. It has a clumping habit, and its culms are up to 2 m tall and 1 cm in diameter. It is found in forests, thickets, and along streams in its native regions.
Uses & Benefits
Sirochloa parvifolia is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a dense, bushy habit and produces small white flowers in the summer. The leaves are glossy and dark green, and the plant can tolerate some shade. It is also drought-tolerant and can be used as a hedge or screen.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sirochloa parvifolia is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate with small, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sirochloa parvifolia is a deciduous, clump-forming bamboo that grows in dense clumps of arching stems. It is best propagated by division of the clumps in spring or early summer. The clumps should be divided into sections with at least three stems each. Plant the divisions in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly in the spring.
Where to Find Sirochloa parvifolia
Sirochloa parvifolia is native to China.
Sirochloa parvifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sirochloa parvifolia?
Sirochloa parvifolia
What type of plant is Sirochloa parvifolia?
It is a perennial grass
Where is Sirochloa parvifolia found?
It is found in China, India, and Nepal
Species in the Sirochloa genus
Species in the Poaceae family
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References
William Munro (1818-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Munro' in the authors string.
Soejatmi Dransfield (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Dransf.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:20010247-1: 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].