Poaceae (grass family)

Poaceae (grass family)

The Poaceae are mostly herbs, but also contain shrubs and vines, comprising one of the largest families of flowering plants, with about 700 genera and 12,000 species. Found everywhere. Bamboos are the largest members of this family.

Bambusa guadua (A. von Humboldt, 1808-1809)
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The following members of the Poaceae family are growing at Montoso Gardens:

Scientific Name	Common Name	Plant Family
Bambusa vulgaris	giant bamboo	Poaceae
Bambusa vulgaris variegata	variegated bamboo	Poaceae

Montoso Gardens, Hwy 120 Km 18.9, Box 692, Maricao, Puerto Rico 00606 USA

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