Phyllostachys bambusoides Madake (Gramineae) Evergreen bamboo

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Phyllostachys bambusoides
Madake
Evergreen bamboo
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The Phyllostachys bambusoides plant species is found in E. Asia - China, Japan. It is a member of the Gramineae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Madake. Some home gardeners know the variety as P. quiloi. P. reticulata. non Rupr. P. sulphurea. 'All Gold'.

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Latin Name:  Phyllostachys bambusoides
Common Name:  Madake
Family:  Gramineae
Author:  Sieb.&Zucc.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  8   Mature Width:  8

Habitat:  Woodland and especially on lower cleared slopes[162].

General Uses: The plant has an extensive root system and is used for erosion control. The stems are used for making furniture, plant supports etc[46, 61, 74]. Fairly thick walled, the canes are considered to be the most versatile of this genus and are used in construction and other industrial uses[195]. Even the dead culms are durable[195].

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