Black Asper Bamboo Tree - Dendrocalamus asper 'Hitam' - Giant Ornamental Bamboo for Large Landscapes Everglades Farm

Black Asper Bamboo Tree - Dendrocalamus asper 'Hitam' - Giant Ornamental Bamboo for Large Landscapes

Customers love tree condition, packaging, and healthy arrival.

  • Healthy tree ready for planting or container growing
  • Multiple size options to match your preference
  • Money-back coverage and secure packaging
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Size: (Measurement Includes Container)
Pick the size that fits your goal
Smaller Sizes (1 gal)

Starting size and the lowest upfront commitment. ~6 months old tree.

Medium Sizes (3 gal)

Medium option with a strong balance of size and value. ~1 year old tree.

Larger Sizes (7+ gal)

Largest available size for shipping and the most immediate visual impact. ~2year old tree.

Largest Size (15 gal)

Usually starting to produce fruit. ~3 year old tree. Available for pickup only.

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Florida-grown tropical fruit trees
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Grafted varieties for earlier fruit
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What arrives at your door
  • A live tree in the size you selected
  • Nursery container with fertilizer-enriched growing media
  • Protective packaging designed to keep the root ball stable in transit
  • After-delivery support if you have questions once it arrives
Care snapshot
  • Growth: Fast.
  • Light: Full sun to partial shade
  • Mature height: Up to 30 meters in ideal conditions, typically around 25 meters in Australian climates.
  • Mature width: Approximately 4-5 meters.
  • Lifespan: Long-lived, with culms lasting several decades.
Full product details

The Black Asper Bamboo, scientifically known as Dendrocalamus asper cv. 'Hitam', is a stunning giant ornamental bamboo renowned for its dramatic black culms and lush green foliage. Originating from Indonesia, this clumping bamboo species boasts the fastest growth rate among large bamboos and produces sweet, edible shoots. It thrives in tropical or subtropical climates, requiring full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Perfect for large landscapes, it adds a touch of sophistication with its upright, slightly weeping tops. However, it needs ample space due to its large size and fast growth, making it ideal for those with expansive gardens.

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Key Features

Fast growth rate, large edible shoots, excellent timber quality, and striking ornamental value.

Special considerations

Plant at least 10 meters away from structures to avoid damage from new shoots. Not suitable for small gardens or containers.

Growing and Care Instructions

Requires ample space due to its large size and fast growth. Mulching helps retain moisture and suppress weeds

  • Fertilizing

    Fertilize annually with a balanced fertilizer to promote healthy growth

  • Watering

    High water requirements, especially during dry months. Soil should be kept moist but not soggy.

  • Light Requirements

    Full sun to partial shade

Type Bamboo (clumping).
Lifespan Long-lived, with culms lasting several decades.
Growth Fast.
Max Height Up to 30 meters in ideal conditions, typically around 25 meters in Australian climates.
Max Width Approximately 4-5 meters.
USDA Growing Zone 9-11 map showing suitable planting regions

9-11 Container / 8-11 Outdoors
(-5°C (23°F))

★★★★★
11/07/2025
Mark R. Verified

Healthy, full, and worth recommending

I have filled my greenhouse with many kinds of tropical fruit trees over the years.

The trees I received from Everglades Farm were the healthiest, fullest, and best packed I have seen. They arrived with beautiful green leaves, strong branching, and much better packaging than other vendors I have tried.

I highly recommend Everglades Farm and was very impressed with the nursery.

Thank you so much!

Mark R.