Friendly name: Alphonse Karr

Bambusa multiplex
'Alphonse Karr'

Maximum Height: 25'
Maximum Diameter: 1 1/2"
Minimum Temperature: 18° F
Does best in full sun.
Spreading: Clumper

Bambusa multiplex Alphonse Karr


Similar to multiplex, but culms and branches are yellow with irregular dark green stripes. Occasional white stripe on leaves. Very attractive ornamental. Also, can be grown indoors as a houseplant.

Pronunciation
Bambusa multiplex Alphonse Karr

Botanical Latin is essentially a written language .... How they are pronounced really matters little provided they sound pleasant and are understood by all concerned...
W.T. Stearn an authority on Botanical Latin

Name Botanical Alternate Meaning
Bambusa bam-BOO-suh   A name for bamboo that was the result of an erroneous pronunciation of the Indian word Mambu 
multiplex mul-TIE-plex   complex, manifold, multiple 

Uses
Bambusa multiplex Alphonse Karr
Edible shoots Small Hedge Good
House 6 hours min. sun Wood quality Thin wall
Container Good Crafts Good
Screen Good Ornamental Excellent
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Prices
Bambusa multiplex Alphonse Karr
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$35 $50 $70 $100
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