Ampelocalamus scandens Plant Care
Ampelocalamus scandens Hsueh & W.D.Li
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Ampelocalamus scandens is a species of bamboo native to the Guizhou province of China. It can reach heights of 10 m and a stem diameter of 0.8 cm and grows at an altitude of between 265 – 320m.
Every 7–14 days
Partial to full shade
50–85°F
60–80%
At a glance
How do you care for Ampelocalamus scandens?
Water Ampelocalamus scandens every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it partial to full shade. It prefers temperatures of 50–85°F (10–29°C) and 60–80% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Ampelocalamus scandens Native To?
What Is the Ampelocalamus scandens?
Ampelocalamus scandens (Ampelocalamus scandens) belongs to the Poaceae family within the Ampelocalamus genus. Ampelocalamus scandens is native to the Guizhou province of China.
Ampelocalamus scandens displays a clumping bamboo, spreading growth habit, reaching up to 15 ft tall with a spread of approximately 8 ft. Ampelocalamus scandens produces small inconspicuous flowers, rare bloom.
Leaf size: approximately 12 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Ampelocalamus scandens?
Ampelocalamus scandens requires watering every 7–14 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Ampelocalamus scandens Need?
Ampelocalamus scandens thrives in partial to full shade. The optimal light range is 100–500 lux. Avoid placing Ampelocalamus scandens in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Partial to full shade
100–500 lux
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Ampelocalamus scandens Prefer?
Ampelocalamus scandens grows best at temperatures of 50–85°F. Ampelocalamus scandens prefers humidity levels of 60–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
50–85°F
Humidity
60–80%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Ampelocalamus scandens?
Rich, well-draining soil with high organic content. Good drainage is essential for Ampelocalamus scandens to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Ampelocalamus scandens?
Feed Ampelocalamus scandens every 6 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Ampelocalamus scandens?
Repot every 2-3 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Ampelocalamus scandens?
Ampelocalamus scandens can be propagated through division, rhizome cuttings.
Is the Ampelocalamus scandens Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Ampelocalamus scandens, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Ampelocalamus scandens?
Ampelocalamus scandens is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, bamboo mites. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Ampelocalamus scandens Need?
Ampelocalamus scandens grows outdoors in USDA Zone 12a. It survives winters down to planting zone 12a. Ampelocalamus scandens is native to the Guizhou province of China. In cooler regions, grow Ampelocalamus scandens as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 12a
Keep exploring plants
Ampelocalamus scandens is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Ampelocalamus genus — compare its care with other Ampelocalamus species on PlantoScan.
Ampelocalamus is part of the Poaceae plant family — browse all Poaceae genera and species.
Ampelocalamus scandens copes with lower light than most plants — browse the full list of low-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Ampelocalamus scandens Hsueh & W.D.Li, family Poaceae (first published in J. Bamboo Res. 4(2): 5 (1985)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Ampelocalamus scandens, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 12a, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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