Family Poaceae
Originating from China

A very well behaved bamboo in the UK with very bright yellow canes, often coloured a deep red on the side facing the sun. This red becomes even more pronounced if the nights are cold. Of an elegant habit, it is a tidy, upright bamboo with plenty of fresh green leaves.
Uses
So beautiful it is best planted as a specimen or against a dark wall where the canes will be visible. For winter colour, plant where the sun will catch the culms in winter.

Height and spread after 4 – 5 years 4m x 2m
Semi mature height and spread after 8 – 10 years if not pruned 8m x 4m