39. Dendrocalamus maroochy

Local names

Yellow stripped brandisii bamboo

General description

Described as a striated version of D. brandisii – seems to mature somewhat smaller than brandisii. Large leaves and yellow or cream striped culms. An interesting ornamental bamboo species. It grows up to a height of 30 m. It’s a beautiful bamboo with good timber and edible shoots. It has green culms with yellow striations, large leaves, and slightly arching culms.

Habit and Habitat

Tree form

Distribution

Native to Thailand

Uses

Ornamental bamboo, can be used for landscaping.