A variety of black bamboo (Phyllostachys nigra var. henonis); also called ハチク. Used in gardens and for crafts.
See also: ハチク
I have Henon bamboo planted in my garden.
Kanji spelling is rare; the plant name is almost always written in kana.
The name クレタケ likely derives from 呉 (Kure, an old Chinese kingdom) + 竹 (take, bamboo), referring to its introduction from China. The exact historical derivation is uncertain.