Phyllostachys viridis 'Houzeau' (Yellow Pigskin Bamboo)

Phyllostachys viridis 'Houzeau', also known as Yellow Pigskin Bamboo, is a vigorous spreading clump-forming bamboo that is native to China. It is widely cultivated for its ornamental value. The culms (stems) of this bamboo have an attractive yellow-green color and are covered with a thick, rough texture similar to pig skin, which gives rise to its common name. It forms a dense screen of lush foliage and can provide privacy in the landscape.