Phyllostachys parvifolia
C. D. Chu & H. Y. Chou
Anji golden bamboo
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Summary
Source: WikipediaPhyllostachys parvifolia is a running bamboo with thick culms that grow tall for a bamboo that endures cold weather.
Description
A running bamboo. It grows 7-12 m tall. The culms can be 10 cm across. They have a white ring under each node.
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Edible Uses
The young shoots are eaten cooked, normally boiled in at least one change of water. They measure about 5cm in diameter and are harvested in spring when they stand about 8cm above the ground, cut roughly 5cm below soil level.
Medicinal Uses
None known.
Distribution
It grows in temperate and subtropical places.
Where It Grows
Asia, China, Europe, USA,
Cultivation
Requires a rich damp soil in a sheltered position and plenty of moisture in the growing season. Dislikes prolonged exposure to hard frosts. This species is notably resistant to honey fungus. Plants only flower at intervals of many years. When they do come into flower most of the plants energies are directed into producing seed and consequently the plant is severely weakened. They sometimes die after flowering, but if left alone they will usually recover though they will look very poorly for a few years. If fed with artificial NPK fertilizers at this time the plants are more likely to die. This is a good companion species to grow in a woodland because the plants are shallow rooted and do not compete with deep rooted trees.
Propagation
Surface sow seed as soon as it is ripe in a greenhouse at around 20°C, keeping the compost consistently moist. Germination usually occurs fairly quickly with good-quality seed, though it can take 3–6 months. Grow seedlings on in a lightly shaded greenhouse until large enough to plant out. Seed is rarely available. Divide in spring as new growth begins; divisions from open ground transplant poorly and will need careful treatment under cover in pots until at least late spring. Divide during wet weather, as small divisions establish better than large clumps. Alternatively, large divisions can be taken from established clumps and moved directly to their permanent positions, provided they are misted or drenched frequently until established. Basal cane cuttings can also be taken in spring.
Other Uses
The canes serve as plant supports, poles, and handles for agricultural implements.
Other Information
It is cultivated.
Synonyms
References (4)
- Encyclopedia of Life.
- Wiersema, J. H. & Leon, B., 2013, World Economic Plants. A Standard Reference CRC Press. 2nd Ed. p 523
- Wikipedia
- World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
