Hedonisia Hawaii Tropical Educational Botanical Farm
Plant Inventory: "Bamboo"

Name: Bamboo

Country of Origin: Tropical Americas, northern Burma, Southern China, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Uses: The shoots of the bamboo are edible. They are used in numerous Asian dishes and broths. Pickled bamboo, used as a condiment, may also be made from the pith of the young shoot. Prior to bamboo being used for flooring and sold to the states, chief uses were furniture, including rattan and bamboo materials such as baskets, chairs, and the like.

Additional Notes: Bamboo is also widely carved for decorative artwork.

Growing Tips: About 98% of how well these plants will look is determined by their ability to get properly watered. If you live where it does not rain a lot please consider irrigating your plants.

Location on Property: Garden B, Garden E, Garden N