Maculata bamboo (Yushania maculata)

Family: Poaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Yushania maculata is an evergreen Bamboo growing to 5 m (16ft) by 2.5 m (8ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. The flowers are pollinated by Wind. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

pleasant taste and are free of bitterness. — Shoots emerge summer to early autumn.; Shoots have pleasant taste and are free of bitterness.; Harvested shoots are steamed, cut lengthwise, cleaned and sterilized for 15 minutes in pure or salted boiling water before eating or canning.

Habitat & North American Range

A temperate plant. Grows in pine forests at elevation 1.8-3.5 km. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)