Phyllostachys aureosulcata var. aureocaulis
Phyllostachys aureosulcata var. aureocaulis (Golden-groove bamboo, Yellow stem bamboo, Yellow-groove bamboo)
is a fully hardy perennial evergreen bamboo. It grows well in semi-shade and direct sun, and prefers medium levels of water. It has average drought tolerance. This bamboo has all year round interest.Care and maintenance
[edit]Can be invasive and the spread of rhizomes must be controlled by means of a root barrier or regular pruning.
Soil
Phyllostachys aureosulcata var. aureocaulis grows in soils ranging from a pH of 6 (acidic ranges from 5.6 to 6) to 8 (slightly alkaline ranges from 7.6 to 8). It is adapted to clay loam, loam, loamy sand, sandy clay loam and sandy loam soils, and prefers high fertility.
Growth
This is a erect plant and has a rhizomatous growth form, and has an ultimate height of 6m / 19.7ft and spread of 3m / 9.8ft. It can take 16-20 years to reach its ultimate height.. The vegetative spread rate is fast.
Leaves
It has green leaves. They are llanceolate in shape.
Exposure
The plant prefers a sheltered situation.
Uses
Architectural, borders, screen, tropical effect and container plant.
Stem
The stem is yellow.
Progagation
Propagation techniques include division.
-28°C / -18.4F 6 to 8 16-20 years 6m / 19.7ft 3m / 9.8ft
| Scientific classifications [Edit] | |
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| Genus ? | Phyllostachys |
| Specific epithet ? | aureosulcata |
| Variety ? | aureocaulis |
| Synonyms (other names) | [Edit] |
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| Common names |
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| Golden-groove bamboo (Ireland), Yellow stem bamboo (Ireland), Yellow-groove bamboo (Ireland) |
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