Common Bamboo

Common Bamboo prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Common Bamboo Water Frequency →

Common Bamboo Root Rot →

Common Bamboo requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Common Bamboo Light Requirements →

Common Bamboo Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

Common Bamboo Toxicity to Cats →

Common Bamboo Toxicity to Dogs →

Common Bamboo Toxicity to Humans →

Common Bamboo does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Common Bamboo →

When and How to Successfully Repot Common Bamboo →

Common Bamboo is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

How Much and When to Fertilize Common Bamboo →

USDA Hardiness Zone
Common Bamboo can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Common Bamboo Temperature Tolerance →

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting Common Bamboo →
• Drooping Common Bamboo Leaves →
• Common Bamboo Dropping Leaves →
• Common Bamboo Mushy Leaves →
• Black Spots on Common Bamboo →
• Brown Spots on Common Bamboo →
• Common Bamboo Leaves Falling Over →
• Common Bamboo Leaves Curling →
• Common Bamboo Yellow Leaves →
• Common Bamboo Root Rot →