Botanical Name: Phyllostachys bambusoides Add
Common Name: Giant Timber Bamboo  
Plant photo of: Phyllostachys bambusoides
  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub, Bamboo

 

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

 

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Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

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Photographer: Steve George
  • Description

  • Notes

Phyllostachys bamusoides is a giant grass. In a controlled enviroment it grows 6-10 ft. high. In an uncontrolled enviroment it grows 10-20 ft. high. Dense foliage makes it a good screen or hedge. Can take much drought but looks better with regular water.