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A young clump of Moso (Phyllostachys edulis) showing the foliage that is often too high up to see. This large bamboo has a strongly running root system and forms forests of canes that can be up to 21m (75ft) tall It is native to China but was introduced to Japan long ago and has become naturalised there. The young shoots are edible, hence the epithet edulis, and the mature canes are used for many purposes, including construction. There are several natural varieties and garden cultivars. phyllostachys-3214htm'>Phyllostachys. .