| Botanical name | Phyllostachys aurea |
|---|---|
| Plant Care |  Full Sun Full Sun – Prefers 6 or more hours of sun per day.  Shade Shade – Prefers Low Light Levels.  Frost Hardy Frost Hardy – Can Handle frost without damage.  Low Watering Low Watering – Requires Little Water.  Non Indigenous Non Indigenous – Exotic to South Africa. |
| Size | |
| Categories | |
| Common name(s) | Golden bamboo |
| Origin | |
| Foliage | This plant bears dense foliage. |
| Uses in landscape design | The height of Phyllostachys aurea makes it ideal for screening. |
Phyllostachys aurea (Golden bamboo)
- Botanical name: Phyllostachys aurea
- Common name(s): Golden bamboo
- Categories: Bamboos, Grasses and sedges, Ground Covers and Perennials
Plant description:
An upright, spreading bamboo with dense foliage. Its height makes it ideal for screening. Black bamboo (P. nigra) has a similar spreading habit. The stems turn black in the second year. It also makes a good screening plant.
Botanical Pronunciation: fil-oh-STAY-kis A-ree-a
Phyllostachys aurea requirements and features
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Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.
This plant bears dense foliage.
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