Phyllostachys ()

is a genus of Asian bamboo in the grass family. Many of the species are found in central and southern China, with a few species in northern Indochina and in the Himalayas. Some of the species have become naturalized in parts of Asia, South America, Australia, and southern Europe.

The stem or culm has a prominent groove, called a sulcus, that runs along the length of each segment (or internode). Because of this, it is one of the most easily identifiable genera of bamboo. Most of the species spread aggressively by underground rhizomes.

The name Phyllostachys means "leaf spike" and refers to the inflorescences.

Taxonomy

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New York has regulations listing P. aurea and P. aureosulcata as prohibited invasive species.

References

  • Zheng-ping Wang & Chris Stapleton Flora of China, Volume 22: Poaceae., Science Press u. a., Beijing u. a. 20
  • http://delta-intkey.com/grass/www/phyllost.htm