Bamboo 'Phyllostachys aurea' Banana

Bamboo 'Phyllostachys aurea' BananaPhyllostachys aurea Golden Bamboo, Fishpole Bamboo, Yellow Stem Bamboo Phyllostachys aurea is an evergreen Bamboo growing to 6 m (19ft) by 6 m (19ft) at a fast rate. It is hardy to UK zone 6 and is in leaf all year. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. The plant is self fertile. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH:

The root can be very large

Its rhizomatous growth and closely packed leaf sheaths make it an easy-to-maintain option for any garden

Sir Joseph Paxton cultivated them in the greenhouses of Chatsworth House

The root bark is a bitter

it is native to West Asia

both as a general

Use the fresh or dried leaves for infusions

and promote bowel health

None of note

Also great in pots

For more information please see the PFAF (Plants for a future) website here

then washing and straining to get rid of the fibres