Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
Southeastern United States, Central United States, South-Central United States, Mexico
China
Types
Elliot Pecan, Gafford Pecan
Greenstripe Vivax, Moso, Weavers Bamboo, Oldhamii
Habitat
Loamy soils, Moist woods, Tropical regions
Forest margins, gardens, Grassland, Tropical regions
USDA Hardiness Zone
5-9
8-15
Sunset Zone
2b, 3a, 3b, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20
H1, H2, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Habit
Upright/Erect
Clump-Forming
Flower Color
Yellow, Green
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Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Leaf Color in Spring
Green
Light Green, Dark Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Green
Light Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Yellow
Light Green, Dark Green
Leaf Color in Winter
-
Light Green, Dark Green
Leaf Shape
Pinnate
Grass like
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial shade
Type of Soil
Loam
Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Average
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground, Pot
How to Plant?
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Seedlings, Transplanting
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Requires watering in the growing season, Use Mulches to help prevent water loss during hot and windy weather, Water more in summer
Keep the ground moist but not water-logged, Requires regular watering, Use and maintain water-efficient soaker hoses, Use Mulches to help prevent water loss during hot and windy weather, Water every two or three days during warmer months, Water twice a day in the initial period
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type
Loam
Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Average
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial shade
Pruning
Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth, Remove dead branches
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Fertilizers
Apply 10-10-10 amount, Nitrogen, Zinc fertilizers
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer
Pests and Diseases
Crown rot, Leaf curl, Leaf spot, Red blotch, Snails, Squirrels
Red blotch
Plant Tolerance
Heat Tolerance, Humidity, Shade areas, Soil Compaction
Drought
Flower Petal Number
-
Single
Foliage Texture
Medium
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Matte
Attracts
Birds, Deers, Squirrels
Birds
Allergy
Rhinitis, Sinuses
-
Aesthetic Uses
Cottage Garden
Beautification
Beauty Benefits
Hair Conditioner, Making cosmetics, Reduce Bruises
-
Environmental Uses
Air purification, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree
Air purification
Medicinal Uses
Alzheimer’s Disease, Antidepressant, Anti-oxidant, Appetite enhancer, Cardiovascular problems, Detoxifies lever, Diabetes, Gallbladder Diseases, Gout, Strengthen gums, tuberculosis
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Part of Plant Used
Bark, Fruits
Whole plant
Other Uses
Air freshner, Application in Furniture, used for making charcoal, Used in making musical instruments, Used in paper industry
Culinary use, Used in construction, Used in Furniture, Used in making musical instruments, Used in paper industry
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Container, Feature Plant, Hedges, Screening / Wind Break, Tropical
Botanical Name
CARYA illinoinensis
BAMBUSA multiplex 'Alphonso-Karrii'
Common Name
Papershell Pecan, Pecan
Alphonse Karr Bamboo, Clumping Bamboo, Hedge Bamboo
In Hindi
पेकॉन
अल्फोंस Karr बांस
In German
Pekannuss
Alphonse Karr Bamboo
In French
Pacanier
Alphonse Karr Bamboo
In Spanish
Carya illinoinensis
Alphonse Karr Bambú
In Greek
Pecan
Alphonse Karr Μπαμπού
In Portuguese
Nogueira-pecã
Alphonse Karr Bamboo
In Polish
Orzesznik jadalny
Alphonse Karr Bamboo
In Latin
Pecan
Alphonse Karr Bamboo
Family
Juglandaceae
Poaceae
Genus
Carya Nutt.
Bambusa
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Commelinids, Monocots
Tribe
Juglandeae
Bambuseae
Subfamily
Juglandoideae
Bambusoideae
Season and Care of Pecan and Alphonse Karr Bamboo
Season and care of Pecan and Alphonse Karr Bamboo is important to know. While considering everything about Pecan and Alphonse Karr Bamboo Care, growing season is an essential factor. Pecan season is Spring, Summer and Fall and Alphonse Karr Bamboo season is Spring, Summer and Fall. The type of soil for Pecan is Loam and for Alphonse Karr Bamboo is Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Pecan is Acidic, Neutral and for Alphonse Karr Bamboo is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline.
Pecan and Alphonse Karr Bamboo Physical Information
Pecan and Alphonse Karr Bamboo physical information is very important for comparison. Pecan height is 2,130.00 cm and width 1,220.00 cm whereas Alphonse Karr Bamboo height is 460.00 cm and width 60.00 cm. The color specification of Pecan and Alphonse Karr Bamboo are as follows:
Care of Pecan and Alphonse Karr Bamboo
Care of Pecan and Alphonse Karr Bamboo include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Pecan pruning is done Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth and Remove dead branches and Alphonse Karr Bamboo pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves. In summer Pecan needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Alphonse Karr Bamboo needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.