Geographic Origin: Originates from Japan (Hokkaîdo and the north of Honshu), it grows along the coastal areas up to the Russian islands of Sakhaline and Kouriles.
Adult size: 2 to 3 m. in height.
Cane diameter: 0,4 to 1 cm.
Foliage: Evergreen.
Type of soil: Moist and deep. Does not like excessive chalk.
Exposure: Shade, partial shade or sun.
Hardiness: -16°C.
Root development: Runner root system (spreading variety).
Properties and uses:
This bamboo has large leaves that are very light green in colour. They grow in the shape of palms. Its canes take on a dark nearly black tinge over time.
It is ideal for borders or planting in groups but is equally good as a single specimen or grown in a planter.
Do not hesitate to cut it back or cut off the new shoots to restrict its spread. In Japan, the large leaves are used for wrapping up some traditional dishes.