HIBANOBAMBUSA tranquillans. Among the most graceful of the bamboos, Hibanobambusa is claimed to be a hybrid genus, possibly involving species of Pseudosasa and Pleioblastus. The plants spread slowly by rhizomes, with slender, arching, sparsely branched stems, usually 4-6’ high. The leaves are lance shaped, up to 6" long, dark and softly shiny on their upper surface. ‘Shiroshima’ is an outstanding cultivar. Its leaves are striped with yellow and cream-white. These are beautiful subjects for containers and oriental gardens. Best with light shade, moderately well drained, non-alkaline soil, and moderate to regular watering. Probably hardy to 10oF. or less.