Thank you everyone for your helpful responses! I have set up an appointment with a professional bamboo nursery in my area and will begin with this, rather than screening lower cost sales on Craigslist. Much appreciated!

Eli

Thanks for taking a look! The seller has no idea what they have growing on their property and thus it could be that there are more than 1 variety in the photos. Thanks!

Just going by pic #1 and #9 I would lean towards Phyllostachys Aureosulcata(Runner), but there are other possible species that could have similar culms. After looking at the rest of the pics notably #2 and #6 though, I find I am confused, unless perhaps there are multiple species in these pictures?...

Hello all, Just joined this forum and am hoping to become a knowledgeable bamboo grower over time :D I'm considering purchasing some bamboo from a seller on Craigslist and would like to know if it is running or clumping (I am only interested in the latter). Can anyone help me identify which this is?...