Phyllostachys aureosulcata is a cold hardy running bamboo with a distinctive yellow stripe in the culm groove that is often grown as an ornamental. It is native to temperate Asia.
Foliage
The lanceolate, pointed, olive-green leaves are up to 7 in. long. Leaves are hairy at the bases and generally evergreen.
Flowers
It rarely flowers.
Fruit
Although it rarely flowers or produce viable seed, it reproduces and spreads very quickly via underground rhizomes.
Ecological Threat
Phyllostachys aureosulcata prefers full sun but can grow and spread under forest canopies. It is commonly found in suburban woodlands, around old home sites and along roads. It seems to spread most rapidly in moist soils. In riparian areas, rhizomes can be washed downsteam, starting new infestations.