Some of the culms of Phyllostachys flexuosa show a distinct zigzag pattern and all are extremely flexible. The leaves and branches are somewhat more open that other varieties giving this bamboo a more airy appearance. Shoots are delicious. Culms are used for woven bamboo articles, fishing rods and pipes. We have formed circles as small as 6" in diameter with green culms.
Performance Phyllostachys flexuosa Zigzag Bamboo (Zone 7) |
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Pronunciation Phyllostachys flexuosa Zigzag Bamboo |
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Botanical Latin is essentially a written language ....
How they are pronounced really matters little provided they sound pleasant and are understood by all concerned... |
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Name | Botanical | Alternate | Meaning |
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Phyllostachys | fil-lo-STAK-iss | fy-lo-STAK-iss | Greek for leaf spike |
flexuosa |
Uses Phyllostachys flexuosa Zigzag Bamboo |
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Edible shoots | Excellent | Hedge | Excellent |
House | Too large | Wood quality | Excellent |
Container | Good | Crafts | Good |
Screen | Excellent | Ornamental | Excellent |