Also known as Fish-Pole Bamboo · Fish-Pole Japanese Bamboo · Fishpole Bamboo
Golden Bamboo (Phyllostachys aurea) is a vigorous, clump-forming bamboo known for its bright yellow culms, often with flattened nodes. It's a popular ornamental for scree
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best growth.
Consistent Moisture
50% intensity
Keep soil evenly moist, but not waterlogged. Check topsoil for dryness.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate to Warm
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 15-25°C. Tolerates cooler winter temperatures if protected.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced fertilizer in spring and mid-summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Golden Bamboo prefers consistently moist soil, especially during its establishment phase. Water deeply when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogged conditions, as this can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering slightly during winter dormancy if grown outdoors in cooler climates.
Prune Golden Bamboo to manage its size and shape, and to remove dead or damaged culms. Cut culms at the base close to the ground. Pinching new shoots can encourage bushier growth.
Annual pruning in late winter or early spring before new growth starts is ideal.
Golden Bamboo is primarily propagated through division of established clumps. In spring, carefully dig up a section of the rhizome with several culms and roots.
Replant the division immediately in well-draining soil, watering thoroughly. This method ensures true-to-type propagation.
Repotting is generally only necessary for container-grown specimens when they become root-bound, typically every 2-3 years. Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current one.
Repot in spring before active growth begins, ensuring good drainage and fresh potting mix.
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Where Golden Bamboo (Phyllostachys aurea) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Poales |
| Family | Poaceae |
| Genus | Phyllostachys |
| Species | Phyllostachys aurea |
Similar in genus Phyllostachys
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