Phyllostachys edulis "Moso" also called Phyllostachys pubescens and Phyllostachys hetrocycla pubescens. A running bamboo with a distinct groove above pairs of branches at mid-culm nodes. The largest of the hardy bamboos. Shoots in spring. Young culms are covered with a velvety coat of soft hairs. It is one of the most used bamboos in China where it is used for food, timber, paper, plywood, flooring and many other things.
Pronunciation Phyllostachys edulis Moso |
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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 |
edulis | ED-yew-liss | Edible |
Uses Phyllostachys edulis Moso |
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Edible shoots | Excellent | Hedge | Too tall |
House | Too large | Wood quality | Excellent |
Container | Poor | Crafts | Excellent |
Screen | Excellent | Ornamental | Excellent |