Phyllostachys vivax 'Huangwenzhu'
Phyllostachys vivax 'Huangwenzhu' (Yellow Groove Vivax)
is a fully hardy perennial evergreen bamboo. It grows well in semi-shade and direct sun, and prefers medium levels of water. This bamboo has all year round interest.Care and maintenance
[edit]Can be invasive. Spreads rapidly by means of rhizomes and must be controlled either by containing the roots or by pruning.
Soil
Phyllostachys vivax 'Huangwenzhu' grows in soils ranging from a pH of 6 (acidic ranges from 5.6 to 6) to 8 (slightly alkaline ranges from 7.6 to 8). It is adapted to clay loam, loam, loamy sand, sandy clay loam and sandy loam soils, and prefers high fertility.
Growth
This is a erect plant and has a rhizomatous growth form, and has an ultimate height of 15m / 49.2ft and spread of 3m / 9.8ft. It can take 11-15 years to reach its ultimate height.. The vegetative spread rate is fast.
Leaves
It has green leaves. They are llanceolate in shape.
Exposure
The plant is happy in any situation, exposed or sheltered.
Uses
Architectural, forestry/timber, low maintenance, screen and tropical effect.
Stem
The green and yellow stems have a smooth texture.
Progagation
Propagation techniques include division.
-23°C / -9.4F 6 to 8 11-15 years 15m / 49.2ft 3m / 9.8ft
| Scientific classifications [Edit] | |
|---|---|
| Genus ? | Phyllostachys |
| Specific epithet ? | vivax |
| Cultivar ? | Huangwenzhu |
| Common names |
|---|
| Yellow Groove Vivax (Ireland) |
References [edit] ?
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