Pseudosasa japonica 'Akebono' (Arrow Bamboo)

Pseudosasa japonica 'Akebono', commonly known as Arrow Bamboo, is a clumping bamboo species native to Japan. It features tall, thick, and sturdy culms that can reach heights of up to 20 feet. The culms are green initially but turn yellow with age, providing an attractive visual contrast. 'Akebono' is a cultivar of Pseudosasa japonica that has a distinct variegation pattern on its leaves, with irregular patches of white and green.