Pseudosasa japonica

Arrow Bamboo, Yadake
 

Mature Size, Growth, Longevity

Average mature culm height to 18' tall, average mature culm diameter to 0.75".

Leaf and Bark Features

Leaves up to 1', drooping. Largest leaves of any widely available, semi-arborescent, hardy bamboo.

Culture and Care

Plant in partial shade. Tolerant of wind and salty air. Hardy to -5°F.

Strengths, Weaknesses, Other Facts

Culms are suitable for making arrows or garden stakes.

Suggested Uses

When used as a specimen plant, it makes an elegant tall fountain. Also good as a container plant or tall hedge.

Taxa and Plants of this Species at BCA

The following taxa are (or were) represented in the collections at Boone County Arboretum. Additional taxa may be available in the trade that are not included here.

  • Pseudosasa japonica // Arrow Bamboo, Yadake ("straight species")
    Grass.
    -- not currently in our collection --