Bambusa lako --Timor Black Clumping Bamboo-- Current This variety is substantially vining

This variety is substantially vining and has somewhat curly leaves with subtle variegation in rich spring greens

Delicious and pretty sweet-tart fruits grow in profusion in early spring

Suitable for container and must be overwintered indoors - no frost tolerance

Can be planted either as a specimen/focal point

full sun to part shade (color may lighten or darken with sun exposure)

Bambusa lako --Timor Black Clumping Bamboo-- Current This variety is substantially viningGorgeous huge variety, up to 35 feet tall with up to 3 inch culms (canes) and is cold hardy to 27 degrees. Outstanding black tropical from the forests on the island nation of Timor. The bamboo's canes emerge green and mature to a shiny black (almost purplish tint). It's a loosely clumping bamboo with a manageable footprint and makes a striking focal point in any landscape project. Can be planted either as a specimen focal point, in a row along a path