Buddha's Belly

(Buddha's Belly)

Bambusa tuldoides Ventricosa

A suptropical genus which is fast-growing and very dense but not very cold-hardy in our area. This variety is know for a dwarfed condition which can occur in hot dry conditions in which the internodes are very short and swollen. In normal conditions, it is a very attractive ornimental bamboo with broadly arching culms. Good in a container and in a protected or indoor location.

  • Height: 40’
  • Diameter: 2”
  • Minimum Temp: 15o F
  • Sun or Partial Shade

Unique Identification Features

  • Internode 8 to 14" long
  • Three primary branches in each group
  • Sheath with brittle unsymetrical top, brown ring below
  • Auricles of unequal size with one twice the other
  • Wavy cilia on margin
  • Leaves measure about 5 x .5 inches with short hair on back