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Bambusa Vulgaris ‘Vittata’ - Painted Bamboo
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Category : Bamboo
Family : Poaceae (Gramineae) (Grasses)
Origin : Asia, South (Asia)
Flower Color : Yellow
Bloomtime : Not Significant
Evergreen : Yes
Height : 25-40 feet
Width : Clumping
Exposure : Sun or Shade
Irrigation Req. : Medium Water Needs
 
 
Very popular and recognizable. The most common ornamental bamboo found in Hawaii. Golden yellow culms with green vertical stripes that look like drip marks. This species has been in the continental U.S. for more than a decade and propagates relatively easily. Will grow to 50' with 4" dia. culms. Min. temp 27°F.