Photo
copyright: Noah Bell, 2005
Phyllostachys bambusoides 'Castillon Inversa'
Common Name: Castillon Inversa
Expected Height: 35 feet
Diameter: 2 inches
Hardiness: 5° F
USDA Zone recommended 7
through 10
This form of Japanese timber bamboo has green culms and a bright yellow groove/sulcus, the reverse coloration of Castillon, hence the name. Planted together (as we have done at the Classical Chinese Garden in Portland, Oregon), Castillon Inversa and Castillon make a striking combination.