Buddha Bamboo

Buddha Belly Bamboo also called Bambusa Ventricosa is a clumping Bamboo most notable for its unique culm growth when containerized in stressed or poor soil conditions. The culms will bulge and swell, giving it the name “Buddha’s Belly”. The Leaves of Buddha Belly Bamboo are linear to lance-shaped; Buddha’s belly bamboo is a very leafy bamboo.Buddha’s belly bamboo is a tropical grass, prefers moist well-drained soil and full sun. It is somewhat cold hardy. The spread of this bamboo is slow, the rhizomes or underground stems grow only a short distance from the clump before sending up new culms. Water deeply and regularly with your garden hose to keep the soil moist, but not flooded, at all times during the growing season. Never allow the soil to dry out completely.