Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
variegatus
ID:
891846

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Dix) Makino

Source:
wcs

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 3: 23 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000891181



Common Names

  • Pleioblastus variegatus
  • Variegatus bamboo
  • Variegatus hedge bamboo


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Description

Pleioblastus variegatus (also called Variegated dwarf bamboo, among many other common names) is a small evergreen bamboo species native to Japan. It is a clump-forming bamboo with green and yellow striped culms, up to 1.5 m tall and 0.5 cm in diameter. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade, and is hardy to -15°C.

Uses & Benefits

Pleioblastus variegatus is a popular ornamental grass that is used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control. It is a fast-growing, clumping grass that is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleioblastus variegatus is small and yellow. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleioblastus variegatus is a fast-growing, evergreen, clumping bamboo that can reach heights of up to 6 feet. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and in well-drained, moist soil. Propagation is done by division of the clumps in the spring or by seed. The seeds should be sown in the spring in a warm, sheltered location.

Where to Find Pleioblastus variegatus

Pleioblastus variegatus is native to Japan.

Pleioblastus variegatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleioblastus variegatus?

Pleioblastus variegatus

What is the natural habitat of Pleioblastus variegatus?

It is native to Japan.

What is the average height of Pleioblastus variegatus?

It typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Tomitarô Makino (1862-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Makino' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:416359-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].