Ruscus-leaved bamboo Shibataea kumasasa Also known as: Bambusa shibataea 'Kumasaca', Shibataea kumasaca Rating: 0.0 ( 0 votes) This description is for Ruscus-leaved bamboo (Shibataea kumasasa): A short-growing, evergreen bamboo, shibataea kumasasa has become a popular option for hedging and garden screens. Its slender, green-brown culms look almost like a dwarf version of larger species, with the culms having nodes that are closer together than normal. Commonly called the ruscus bamboo, its foliage comprises typically slender, lance-shaped dark green leaves. It thrives in moist but well-drained loamy soil or clay, usually in full sun. It prefers sheltered areas, but once established is highly effective in providing shelter to smaller plants. In pots, it can be used on roof gardens and patios. Pruning away old culms helps maintain healthy growth. Find Ruscus-leaved bamboo in our Shop! Free shipping from € 50! Plant Environment Usage Known dangers? Acidity Standard category no Acidic Grasses, ferns & bamboo Neutral Bamboos Alkaline Height [m] Hardiness zone Grown for 0.6 - 1.5 Z6-15 Ornamental Foliage Spread [m] Heat zone Creative category 0.6 H12-1 For Beginners Neighbour repellant For every season Dominant flower colour Winter temperatures [°C] Garden type Inconspicuous or absent -23 - 0 Containers Gravel garden Plant Environment Usage Flower Fragrance Heat days Garden spaces No, neutral please 0 - 210 Ground cover Hedges and screens Borders Foliage in spring Moisture Gardening expertise Green well-drained beginner well-drained but frequently watered Foliage in summer Soil type Time to reach full size Green Clay up to 20 years loams Foliage in Autumn Sun requirements Green Full sun Partial shade Foliage in winter Exposure Green Exposed Sheltered Propagation methods rhizome cuttings Growth habit Clump-forming .