Dramatic, glossy black-stemmed clumping bamboo — Timor Black Bamboo adds bold texture and vertical height to gardens. Perfect as a feature plant, backdrop planting, or elevated privacy screen.
 
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Plant Specs
 
Botanical Name: 
Bambusa lako
Common Name: 
Timor Black Bamboo
Height / Spread: 
10–12 m typical height (up to 15 m under ideal conditions)

Clump spread: ~1.5–2 m (can be maintained to ~1 m if space is tight)
Clumping or Running: 
Clumping (non-invasive)
 
Sun: 
Full sun to part shade
Water: 
Moderate; keep moist especially during establishment — drought tolerant once established.
Climate: 
Tropical to subtropical climates; tolerates minor frost (down to ~–2 to –3 °C) depending on shelter.