Phyllostachys sp.
Family: Poaceae · Type: Perennial · Not Native
Phyllostachys sp. is a non-native California perennial in the Poaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Arundo: Phyllostachys has woody stems branching extensively above base; Arundo has unbranched hollow stems with single plume.; vs Dracaena: Phyllostachys has jointed, segmented bamboo stems; Dracaena has woody trunk with leaf clusters at top.; vs Salix: Phyllostachys has hollow, jointed bamboo canes; Salix has solid woody branches with catkins.; vs Cortaderia: Phyllostachys has branching woody stems; Cortaderia has unbranched hollow stems from basal clump.; vs Phragmites: Phyllostachys has woody branching bamboo stems; Phragmites has unbranched stems with feathery plume.
Frequently asked questions
Is Phyllostachys sp. native to California?
No. Phyllostachys sp. is not native to California (recorded as not native).
What plant family does Phyllostachys sp. belong to?
Phyllostachys sp. is in the Poaceae family, genus Phyllostachys.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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