The 'Hale' clone is similar to nigra, but smaller and reported to be hardier. Culms of this bamboo turn black sooner than other forms.
Performance Phyllostachys nigra Hale (Zone 7) |
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Pronunciation Phyllostachys nigra Hale |
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Botanical Latin is essentially a written language ....
How they are pronounced really matters little provided they sound pleasant and are understood by all concerned... |
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Name | Botanical | Alternate | Meaning |
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Phyllostachys | fil-lo-STAK-iss | fy-lo-STAK-iss | Greek for leaf spike |
nigra | NY-gruh | Black |
Uses Phyllostachys nigra Hale |
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Edible shoots | Excellent | Hedge | Too tall |
House | Too large | Wood quality | Excellent |
Container | Good | Crafts | Good |
Screen | High branching | Ornamental | Good |