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Mexican Weeping

~ Mexican Weeping

Otatea acuminata aztecorum

Tolerates sea spray and drought. Open clumper, solid thin canes, ornamental, easy to prune, erosion control.   20′ tall, with 1 ” culms.  Clumping bamboos can be planted without fear of them spreading beyond their assigned territory, making them non-invasive.

Height: 20 ft.

Sun Exposure: Sun to Partial Shade

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