Phyllostachys bissetii (Asian Bamboo, Phyllostachys)
Botanical Information
| Family | Poaceae |
| Genus | Phyllostachys |
| Species | bissetii |
| Category | Tropicals |
| Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
| Origin | Central and Southern China, Southern Asia and the Himalayas. |
| Ethnobotanical Uses Disclaimer | Can be used as construction timber and for making furniture. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 7 - 10 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | Requires cold season protection under glass. |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H2 - H5 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -15 - 5 |
| Temperature (°F) | 5 - 41 |
| Height | Up to 30 m |
| Growth | Fast |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | Genus of about 50 species of Asian bamboo in the grass family. |
| Landscape | Cultivated as ornamental plants, though can become invasive in gardens unless artificially restricted or growing in containers. Can also be used as bonsai. |
| Propagation | By rhizome cuttings. |
| Notable Specimens | Centennial Conservatory, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada. |
| Bark/Stem Description | The stem has a prominent sulcus that runs along the length of each segment. Due to this, it is one of the most easily identifiable genera of bamboo. |
| Leaf Description | Long and stiletto shaped. |
| Colour Description | Stem and leaves range from bright green to deep green. |
| Texture Description | Both stem and leaves are smooth. |
Photographs
Phyllostachys bisettii, Form.
Phyllostachys bisettii, Leaf.