Phyllostachys bambusoides 'Castillon Inversa'

Also Known As

Phyllostachys bambusoides 'Castillonii Inversa'
Phyllostachys bambusoides f. castillonis-inversa
Castillon Inversa Asian Timber Bamboo
Castillon Inversa Running Bamboo

Plant type

bamboo

size

H: 35'-45'
W: 6'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Phyllostachys bambusoides 'Castillon Inversa' plant details

Phyllostachys bambusoides 'Castillon Inversa' is an evergreen bamboo with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phyllostachys bambusoides 'Castillon Inversa'

Plant type: bamboo
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT wide, 35 FT - 45 FT - tall
Uses: distinctive bark, hedge, tropical-looking, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phyllostachys bambusoides 'Castillon Inversa'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Phyllostachys bambusoides 'Castillon Inversa' is one of the many interesting variations of P. bambusoides, a large Asian timber bamboo. 'Castillon' will often grow to a height of around 35-45 feet with a culm diameter of 3 inches, smaller than the species which is recorded by the American Bamboo Society as growing to 60 feet with 5 inch diameter culms. Because of this, 'Castillon Inversa' is often a little easier to manage and is often a good choice when a timber bamboo is desired but space is limited.

'Castillon Inversa' looks especially stunning when planted next to or within its inverse, 'Castillon', which has bright yellow stems and dark green stripes.

A yellow stripe runs through the sulcus of each internode.

'Castillon Inversa' makes a good hedge when kept at twenty feet or less.

By: Red Panda Nursery

If you prefer the classic green of bamboo with just a little added interest, you'll like this one. The shoots emerge that wonderful fresh green and slowly the groove becomes a harvest yellow, just the right amount of distinction! Eventually can reach 30 to 35'.