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See link below. Healthy roots are orange and rust colored. New roots are white/cream. Dead and decaying roots are black.
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Can a bamboo plant grow in potting soil?
Yes, lucky bamboo is not an aquatic plant and over time its roots will rot and die. It is best to plant it in soil with well drainage hole(s).
What kind of bamboo do bamboo rats eat?
Rhizomys species construct extensive burrow systems among roots of dense bamboo stands, where they feed primarily on bamboo roots.
Do bamboo plants have roots?
no, bamboo plants have shallow adventitious root systems
How do you cure bamboo?
It is recommended that you cut bamboo to the ground every Spring, so that the plant can rejuvenate and the new growth will look more vibrant & healthy. If bamboo is cut down in the wild, pandas will starve.
What plants reproduce from Roots?
bamboo and irises
What do bamboo rats eat?
They eat the roots of many plants such as tapioca. Also they eat bamboo.
What plants reproduce from underground roots?
bamboo and irises
What adaptations and features make Bengal bamboo unique?
It growsfast and has short roots unlike other bamboo
How to treat root rot in bamboo?
Since you put this question into the houseplants category, I will answer this question for a potted bamboo. Bamboo plants are a tough member of the grass family. If you have root rot, it is most likely from lack of drainage in your container. Remove the bamboo from your container, shaking off excess potting soil. Discard this soil. Flush the soil off the roots with running tap water, and prune out all rotted roots. Dip your shears in a solution of bleach water (1 part bleach and 4 parts water) between cuts, or rub the blades with a cotton swab soaked in rubbing alcohol. Rinse again in water before re-planting in fresh potting soil. Make sure your container has adequate drainage. Since bamboos can be shallow-rooted, if you have a deep pot, it would be a good idea to cover the bottom of the container with aquarium gravel and/or activated charcoal prior to adding the potting soil. Add soil only to the depth of the uppermost roots - do not bury the stems. Water your container of bamboo, but DO NOT let it sit in the run-off from the drainage holes. This should help your bamboo get a new start on life. If however, you are talking about root rot in what is called a "lucky bamboo" that is growing in water, there is still a way to try to help your plant. "Lucky bamboo" is actually stems of the dracaena plant, and they will root in fresh water. If you have root rot in your "lucky bamboo" - proceed with the steps listed above for washing and trimming the roots. Clean out your planter with a mild bleach solution, and rinse thoroughly. Keep your water fresh in your "lucky bamboo" container and remove any leaves or dead vegetative matter immediately to help prevent future rot. "Lucky bamboo" can also be potted in soil, but again, make sure your container has adequate drainage and do not over-water as a potted plant.
How does your twisting bamboo plant get nutrients?
Twisting bamboo gets water and or nutrients through it's leaves and roots.
Do bamboo plants have tap roots?
no, bamboo plants have shallow adventitious root systems
What kind of roots does a bamboo tree have?
a bamboo has a fibrous root because it is a monocot
