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Chimonobambusa purpurea, commonly known as purple bamboo, is a species of bamboo native to the North-Central and South-Central regions of China. Chimonobambusa purpurea (Latin: Chimonobambusa purpurea, family Poaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Chimonobambusa purpurea is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Chimonobambusa purpurea is a member of the Poaceae family native to CHN and CHC. Chimonobambusa purpurea thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-draining soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Chimonobambusa purpurea grows best in full sun, partial sun/shade light and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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