Smooth Giant Bamboo

Gigantochloa levis, Poaceae

Zones

9–12

Layer

Canopy

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

ProducerWindbreakMulch MakerBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Gulf Coast SpikerushEleocharis cellulosa

Shade ProvisionWind Protection

Pyramid DropseedSporobolus pyramidatus

Shade ProvisionWind Protection

Toad RushJuncus bufonius

Shade ProvisionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Tanglehead GrassHeteropogon contortus

Smooth giant bamboo massive canopy eliminates light for tanglehead grass, chemical inhibition prevents grass growth

Java Black BambooGigantochloa atroviolacea

Giant bamboo species exhibit root competition and potential allelopathic effects when grown together

Giant SacatonSporobolus wrightii

Large bamboo canopy severely limits light availability for grass photosynthesis, extensive root competition for water and nutrients

Cape Feather GrassStipa capensis

Smooth giant bamboo's dense growth and shade eliminate cape feather grass in overlapping habitats

Uses

Functions

Timber ProductionErosion ControlWindbreakCarbon SequestrationMulch Production

Edible Parts

Shoots

Common Questions

What zones does Smooth Giant Bamboo grow in?

Smooth Giant Bamboo grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Smooth Giant Bamboo?

Good companions for Smooth Giant Bamboo include Gulf Coast Spikerush, Pyramid Dropseed, Toad Rush.

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