Phyllostachys bissetii

Phyllostachys bissetii

Native to:
China

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Poaceae
Genus:
Phyllostachys
Species:
Phyllostachys bissetii
USDA Symbol:
PHBI8

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Graminoid
Height:
750 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, small mammals
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Fire Ecology:
Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire
Fire Notes:
Rhizomes typically survive fire and resprout vigorously; culms may be killed but underground portions regenerate.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
native to forest edges and riverbanks