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Golden Chinese Timber Bamboo

Phyllostachys Vivax 'Aureocaulis'

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Overview

Phyllostachys vivax 'Aureocaulis', the Golden Chinese Timber Bamboo, is a striking specimen that can reach heights of up to 70 feet with 4-inch diameter canes. Its vivid golden-yellow culms, occasionally featuring random green stripes, add a dramatic visual element to landscapes. Prefers full sun to partial shade and thrives in well-drained soil. A fast grower, it may require containment to prevent spread. Ideal for focal points or privacy screens.

Sun FullWater LowZones 7–9Type BambooClimate Temperate
Golden Chinese Timber Bamboo (Phyllostachys Vivax 'Aureocaulis') — add a dramatic visual element to landscapes
Golden Chinese Timber Bamboo (Phyllostachys Vivax 'Aureocaulis') — A fast grower, it may require containment to prevent spreadGolden Chinese Timber Bamboo (Phyllostachys Vivax 'Aureocaulis') — occasionally featuring random green stripesGolden Chinese Timber Bamboo (Phyllostachys Vivax 'Aureocaulis') — Ideal for focal points or privacy screensGolden Chinese Timber Bamboo (Phyllostachys Vivax 'Aureocaulis') — is a striking specimen that can reach heights of up to 70 feet with 4-inch diameter canesGolden Chinese Timber Bamboo (Phyllostachys Vivax 'Aureocaulis') — Its vivid golden-yellow culmsGolden Chinese Timber Bamboo (Phyllostachys Vivax 'Aureocaulis') — Prefers full sun to partial shade and thrives in well-drained soil

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
7–9

Shape & size

Mature height
15–70 Ft.
Mature width
8–15 Ft.

Classification

Type
Bamboo
Family
Poaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Golden Chinese Timber Bamboo (Phyllostachys Vivax 'Aureocaulis') — add a dramatic visual element to landscapes
Golden Chinese Timber Bamboo (Phyllostachys Vivax 'Aureocaulis') — A fast grower, it may require containment to prevent spread
Golden Chinese Timber Bamboo (Phyllostachys Vivax 'Aureocaulis') — occasionally featuring random green stripes
Golden Chinese Timber Bamboo (Phyllostachys Vivax 'Aureocaulis') — Ideal for focal points or privacy screens
Golden Chinese Timber Bamboo (Phyllostachys Vivax 'Aureocaulis') — is a striking specimen that can reach heights of up to 70 feet with 4-inch diameter canes
Golden Chinese Timber Bamboo (Phyllostachys Vivax 'Aureocaulis') — Its vivid golden-yellow culms
Golden Chinese Timber Bamboo (Phyllostachys Vivax 'Aureocaulis') — Prefers full sun to partial shade and thrives in well-drained soil
Photographs by 3 contributors

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