Yellow groove bamboo (Phyllostachys aureosulcata)
Yellow groove bamboo, also known as Japanese yellow-groove bamboo, Japanese stake bamboo
In regions where winter temperatures do not drop below -15°C, this bamboo species can achieve optimal growth. Typically, it reaches a height of around 9 meters with culm diameters averaging 4 centimeters. However, under favorable conditions, it can grow up to 14 meters tall with culms expanding to 7 centimeters in diameter. The species is characterized by its dark green culms, which feature a distinctive yellow groove, contributing to its unique appearance.
Key Facts About Yellow groove bamboo
Attributes of Yellow groove bamboo
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Grass, Shrub
Plant Height
3.5 m to 5 m
Spread
3.5 m to 8 m
Leaf Color
Green Yellow Gold
Flower Size
N/A (rarely flowers)
Flower Color
Cream Green
Scientific Classification of Yellow groove bamboo
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Grasses, sedges and allies
Family
Grass
Genus
Bamboo
Species
Yellow groove bamboo