Description
Yushania xizangensis (also called Chinese mountain bamboo, among many other common names) is a species of bamboo native to East Asia. It is a clumping bamboo, growing in dense clumps with stems up to 36 m tall and 2 cm in diameter. It is found in moist forests, along streams, and in other areas with high humidity. It is also found in China, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Yushania xizangensis has small, white flowers with yellowish-green stripes on the tepals. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Yushania xizangensis is a perennial grass that grows in clumps and can reach a height of 2-3 feet. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-prepared seedbed.