Bambusa is a large genus (about 37 species) of clumping bamboos. These species are usually giant ones, with numerous branches at a node and one or two much larger than the rest. They are found in tropical and subtropical areas of Asia, especially in the monsoon and wet Tropics.The common bamboo (Bambusa vulgaris) is generally described as a Perennial Tree or Shrub or Subshrub. This Monocot (monocotyledon) is not native to the U.S. (United States) and has its most active growth period in the Year Round . The Common Bamboo has Green foliage and inconspicuous Brown flowers, with inconspicuous fruits or seeds. The greatest bloom is usually observed in the Indeterminate, with fruit and seed production starting in the Year Round and continuing until Year Round. Leaves are retained year to year. The Common Bamboo has a Long life span relative to most other plant species and a Rapid growth rate. At maturity, the typical Common Bamboo will reach up to 50 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 50 feet.
The Common Bamboo is easily found in nurseries, garden stores and other plant dealers and distributors. It can be propagated by Bare Root, Container, Seed and Sprigs. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below 17°F. Common Bamboo has Medium tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.
The golden bamboo (Phyllostachys aurea) is generally described as a Perennial Vine or Shrub or Graminoid. This Monocot (monocotyledon) is not native to the U.S. (United States) and has its most active growth period in the Spring and Summer and Fall . The Golden Bamboo has Green foliage and inconspicuous flowers, with inconspicuous fruits or seeds. Leaves are retained year to year. The Golden Bamboo has a Long life span relative to most other plant species and a Rapid growth rate. At maturity, the typical Golden Bamboo will reach up to 15 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 15 feet.
