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Who knew … Bamboo?

September 3rd, 2009 | Posted in Go Green, Miscellaneous, Outside
Posted by: Laura

Bamboo

Bamboo

Everyone knows the basics about Bamboo. Originally found in Asia, Bamboo is the fastest growing plant on Earth.  Bamboo can grow up to 24 inches a DAY.

Due to the quick growth and reproduction of Bamboo, its popularity has skyrocketed in recent years.  It is pretty common to see people boasting “bamboo floors” in their homes.  However, there are many things Bamboo can be used for.

Other uses for Bamboo include:

  • Medicine.  In Chinese medicine, Bamboo is used to treat infections and made into tonic for respiratory diseases.
  • Culinary. The shoots of Bamboo are edible and frequently found in Asian dishes and broths.
  • Culinary Tools.  You can find Bamboo kitchen utensils and even serving dishes made from this resource.
  • Textiles. Bamboo can be transformed into cloth and it has also been made into paper.
  • Musical Instruments.
  • Construction.  Bamboo can be used to construction homes to bicycles!

Click here to learn more about the possibilites of Bamboo!



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