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Clumping Guadua

Guadua amplexifolia, Poaceae

Zones
9–11
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Mulch MakerWindbreakBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Divided SedgeCarex divisa
Physical SupportWind Protection
Texas DropseedSporobolus texanus
Shade ProvisionWind Protection
Catchfly GrassLeersia lenticularis
Shade ProvisionWind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Purple ReedgrassCalamagrostis purpurascens

Large tropical bamboo creates dense shade and strong allelopathic effects that inhibit reedgrass

Big ThreeawnAristida condensata

Large clumping bamboo shades out three-awn grass and produces inhibitory root compounds

Uses

Functions

Construction MaterialErosion ControlCarbon SequestrationBiomass Production

Edible Parts

Young Shoots

Common Questions

What zones does Clumping Guadua grow in?

Clumping Guadua grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Clumping Guadua?

Good companions for Clumping Guadua include Divided Sedge, Texas Dropseed, Catchfly Grass.

Design guilds with Clumping Guadua and see companion relationships visually.

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