Fargesia dracocephala — a medium houseplant
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Fargesia dracocephala

Fargesia Dracocephala

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Fargesia dracocephala is a woody bamboo native to central China. It is known in Chinese as longtou jianzhu, meaning dragon head Fargesia. The scientific name is derived from Ancient Greek and has the same meaning. It is found at high elevations in the south of Gansu, western Hubei, southern Shaanxi and northern Sichuan. The plant is a significant source of food for the giant panda.

CARE GUIDE

How to keep Fargesia Dracocephala.

Water

Dragon head fargesia, native to mountainous regions, thrives in well-drained, moist conditions. It typically needs to be watered twice a week and shows moderate tolerance to drought. Being an evergreen plant, it benefits from higher humidity levels during its growth cycles to maintain optimal health and lush foliage.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Fargesia
Family
Poaceae
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Dragon head fargesia
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Fargesia dracocephala leaf
PLATE 01 · leaf
Fargesia dracocephala leaf
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Fargesia dracocephala habit
PLATE 03 · habit
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