Bamboo Palm Information

The bamboo palm's bright, green trunks give it a resemblance to bamboo.

The Bamboo palm belongs to the same species as other palm trees and has grown in popularity throughout the United States because of its interesting sprouts and leaves, according to Volusia. This plant is of the tropical variety, growing best in zones 10 and 11. Growing bamboo plants is a beautiful way to add a screening feature along pools, in yards and as a unique indoor plant, according to Volusia.

Stems and Trunks

The bamboo palm is delicate in appearance with multiple trunks, according to the University of Florida. The plant grows new stems at the base over time, which allows the plants to continually grow new prongs. The bamboo palm stems are typically around 1/2 inch in diameter with a thin, reed like appearance, similar to bamboo, according to the University of Florida. Bamboo palm stems are bright green in color, much like bamboo.

Leaves

Perhaps the most interesting feature of the bamboo palm is its thin, frothy leaves. The bamboo palm sports evergreen foliage with a lacy appearance, according to the University of Florida. Leaves grow in gently arching fronds with a dark green color. As the plant constantly sprouts new stems and leaves, it constantly appears very full of foliage.

Flowers

According to Volusia, bamboo palms grown delicate white flowers in the spring. The plants flowers are fairly inconspicuous, making them less showy than other flowering trees. According to the University of Florida, the bamboo palm may bloom several times throughout the year.

Fruit

The bamboo palm also features small berries that grow in drooping cluster, according to Volusia. The berries range in color from red-orange to blackish-brown. Berries are typically about 1/4 inch in diameter.

Height

According to the University of Florida, the bamboo palm grows to be between 4 and 12 feet high.

Planting

Outdoors, bamboo palm grows best in planting zones 10 and 11, which is only found in Hawaii, southern California and southern Florida, according to the United States National Arboretum. However, this plant does grow well indoors making it a possible choice for a houseplant throughout all of the United States. The plant requires moderate watering, partial shade and frequent pruning of dead leaves, according to the University of Florida.

References

• Bamboo Palm
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• United States Plant Zone Hardiness Map

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