I bought a 9-stalk bamboo plant 2 months ago. Why is the stalk turning yellow?

I read somewhere that I should cut the stalk where it is starting to turn. Done that. The stalk is still turning yellow. It's only 1 stalk out of the remaining 7 (I throw one of the stalks aways because it was yellow) which is driving me crazy. I didn't have any filtered water so I left some tap water out on the counter for a couple of days then poured it into my vase. I'm at my wits end.

I bought a 9-stalk bamboo plant 2 months ago. Why is the stalk turning yellow?
Your bamboo is turning yellow for one, or both, of 2 reasons.


Either the roots have rotted, and died, or the plant has no light.


If the stalks are bundled together, there could be little or no oxygen from the water reaching the roots. Replace your water ( from the tap, no problem) often. Also, even these bamboo stalks need light to grow, with no light, there is no photosynthesis. Fresh water, regularly, and light ! All the best!
Reply:im a bit confused is this they type of bamboo that doesnt grow in dirt. if its the one that grows in water and gravel. The discoloration could be due to changes in tmeperature as you havent stated where you live. Basmboo changes color as it gets colder





If the stem is yellow you might want to cut it above the yellow and put the green part in water to start new roots. If they are indoors, the outside temperatures do not matter. Be sure the roots are always covered by water. Cuttings root quickly and easily.





It could also be caused by excessive exposure to sunlight
Reply:how wet is the soil? If the soil is to wet that could be one cause and when was the plant last fertilized? There is a special fertilizer for palm plants so maybe there is one for bamboo. Also is the plant getting enough sunlight or to much... they seem to like filtered light better than none or bright. And if all else fails go to homedepot.gardenclub.com and ask the experts.