Less invasive than many other running bamboos. Culms are erect with leaves up to 12 inches long by 1 1/2 inches wide. Branch and culm leaves are persistent. Very effective as a hedge or screen and tolerates more shade than Phyllostachys varieties. Also does well in tubs and pots and as a house plant. In ancient Japan, the culms were used to make arrows, hence the name "Arrow Bamboo." Reportedly quite tolerant of salty air.
Performance Pseudosasa japonica Arrow Bamboo (Zone 7) |
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Pronunciation Pseudosasa japonica Arrow Bamboo |
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Name | Botanical | Alternate | Meaning |
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Pseudosasa | SOO-doh-SAS-uh | False sasa | |
japonica | juh-PON-eye-kuh | Of or from Japan |
Uses Pseudosasa japonica Arrow Bamboo |
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Edible shoots | Too small | Hedge | Excellent |
House | 2 hours min. sun | Wood quality | Good |
Container | Good | Crafts | Good |
Screen | Excellent | Ornamental | Good |