Thursday, January 7, 2016

Facts Concerning Black Bamboo Plants In Pots

By Nancy Richardson


Black bamboo is a certain species of bamboo that produces flowers at some point during its life cycle. It belongs to the Poaceae grass family. The scientific name of this plant is Phyllostachys nigra. Although widely cultivated in the whole world now, the place of origin is in the Chinese province of Hunan. Today many people from all the continents raise black bamboo plants in pots for cosmetic reasons in their homes and offices.

The plant grows to form slender, arching canes, which turn their color to blackish after 2-3 seasons of growth. There are close relatives of the plant, which some people opt for including f. Henonis. Mature canes can grow to a height of three to five meters into the sky. The height is dependent on several factors such as light exposure and fertility of the soil. This plant rarely produces flowers and seeds and if it does, they last a very short time. Reproduction is mostly through underground rhizomes.

The society today has many uses for Phyllostachys nigra. In China, the plant has been used as a food source for a long time. It is also a good source of lumber and fuel. The lumber derived from them is useful for making musical instruments and furniture among other products. Floorings are an example of products made from the canes.

There are many companies that are now specialized in producing and distributing this plant to people. Such firms do all the ground work to ensure that clients have beautiful looking plants that they need. Clients can choose to pot the plant themselves or they can order ones that are already potted. Most companies that make supplies are comfortable with either option. Some suppliers also supply other accessories such as pots.

Buyers have the option of making orders through company websites that most suppliers maintain. Payment methods on those websites are many and they give buyers options to choose from. The place a buyer is located determines how soon deliveries can be made to them. It is advisable to give all useful information when placing an order to prevent possible delays during delivery.

Potted black bamboo plants have a lot of use in the modern way of life. They can be placed outside or inside buildings to perform various functions. When placed outside, they add to the beauty of the place. Their ability to resist drought and frost makes them even more attractive for people who are venturing into gardening for the first time.

This bamboo species need little care to thrive. When placed inside the house or office, the plant not only serves aesthetic purposes but also helps in freshening the air. Plants utilize the carbon dioxide exhaled by people for the manufacture of its own food. In doing so, it prevents an accumulation of CO2 from forming inside buildings. Therefore, it produces a freshening effect by eliminating CO2 and pumping oxygen into the air.

The plant also helps in minimizing noise levels in offices. The leaves are very effective at absorbing noise that originates from echoes and halls. It achieves this by modifying the acoustic properties of the space.




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