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Berry Bamboo

Melocanna baccifera, Poaceae

Zones
9–11
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

ProducerWindbreakMulch MakerBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Bearded BambooDendrocalamus barbatus
Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection
Smut GrassSporobolus indicus
Shade ProvisionBeneficial Insect Habitat
Semelai BambooGigantochloa ridleyi
Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection
Climbing BambooAmpelocalamus scandens
Physical SupportBeneficial Insect Habitat

Uses

Functions

Construction MaterialsFruit ProductionWindbreakErosion Control

Edible Parts

Young ShootsFruits

Common Questions

What zones does Berry Bamboo grow in?

Berry Bamboo grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Berry Bamboo?

Good companions for Berry Bamboo include Bearded Bamboo, Smut Grass, Semelai Bamboo, Climbing Bamboo.

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