This non-invasive small bamboo is grass-like and forms a compact upright tufted habit. It has dense linear bright green leaves that are arranged along the slender stems. It is an excellent plant around a water feature or in a container tolerating a range of conditions.

Hardiness zones 10 to 12

Pogonatherum panlceum is naturally found in Malaysia growing in well drained organic rich fertile moist soils in an open sunny position and is drought tender but mildly frost resistant.

The Malay Pygmy Bamboo is a versatile attractive perennial grass that is grown as an understorey in parks or along front borders in small gardens and around a water feature. It is also mass planted as a groundcover and commonly grown as a container specimen. It tolerates low light and may be used as an indoor plant. The clump will establish in 2 to 3 years and is long lived.ID 909

Pogonatherum(po-go-NATH-er-um) panlceum(pan-EEK-ee-um)

Poaceae(poh_AY-see-ee)
Grass Family