Bambusa multiplex 'Golden Goddess' bamboo is a dwarf form similar to Fernleaf Bamboo but with larger leaves. It is considered a tropical or sub-tropical species. The culms have numerous branches at a node with one or two usually much larger than the rest with 10 to 20 closely spaced two ranked leaves. The culms tend to be yellowish. It is considered a tropical or sub-tropical bamboo and is grown here in Virginia as a die back perennial (100% winter top kill).
Pronunciation Bambusa multiplex Golden Goddess |
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Name | Botanical | Alternate | Meaning |
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Bambusa | bam-BOO-suh | A name for bamboo that was the result of an erroneous pronunciation of the Indian word Mambu | |
multiplex | mul-TIE-plex | complex, manifold, multiple |
Uses Bambusa multiplex Golden Goddess |
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Edible shoots | Too small | Hedge | Good |
House | 4 hours min. sun | Wood quality | Thin wall |
Container | Excellent | Crafts | Good |
Screen | Good | Ornamental | Excellent |