This kind of wild grass survives as soon as it touches soil, stays green all year round, and is very easy to grow as a potted plant at home.

Ancient literati had a saying, "One would rather eat no meat than live without bamboo," which shows how much people love bamboo. The bamboo discussed today is not the large bamboo we imagine, but a dwarf bamboo called Hime Hisui bamboo, a type of Hisui bamboo. It was originally a wild grass of the mountains and fields, and some small Hime Hisui bamboos planted in flower pots are now popular miniature bamboo bonsai.

Why is Hime Hisui bamboo said to be a wild grass? If you have seen it, you know it is all dainty and cute, and it completely feels like little green grasses. Such a soft and adorable Hime Hisui bamboo is very suitable for potting at home. Placed on a desk, by a window, or in a bedroom, it is very fresh and cute, and it lives as soon as it touches soil, making it very easy to grow.

Hime Hisui bamboo is not prone to pests and diseases, is very easy to cultivate, and has low requirements for soil. Soil that does not easily accumulate water is enough, but sandy soil that drains well, is loose, and is breathable is best. One important point in managing it is that it must not lack water. Even soaking in water is fine, and it can also be grown hydroponically.

Therefore, the soil in the pot of Hime Hisui bamboo should be kept moist for a long time. When watering, not only should the soil be watered thoroughly, but the leaves should also be watered to keep them moist. So the soil must never be allowed to dry out, as this easily causes yellow leaves.

If in seasons with relatively good temperatures, such as spring and early summer, there is light rain, you can put Hime Hisui bamboo on the balcony to get rained on for a short while, so that its soil and leaves absorb more water.

When caring for Hime Hisui bamboo, the suitable temperature is 5-35°C. It is a plant that very much likes shade. Usually it only needs to be placed in a spot with scattered light for care. It must never be exposed to strong sun, and attention should be paid to ventilation. In winter, when the temperature is below 5°C, just place it in a slightly warmer spot for care.