Bambusoideae (Bamboo)

There are many species of bamboo, and their scientific names include phyllostachys, bambusa, chusquea, borinda, fargesia and himalayacalmus. Other species are brachystachyum, chimonobambusa, dendrocalamus and schizostachyum


Most types of true bamboo are native to Southeast Asia. Other areas with large quantities of bamboo include Latin America, Oceania and Africa. North American gardeners should know that bamboo grows best in hardiness zones four through 10.
The plant that's called "lucky bamboo" isn't a bamboo at all but a type of dracaena. Nandina, though it's called heavenly bamboo, isn't a bamboo either. It's an evergreen shrub that belongs to the Berberidaceae family. Bamboo is a type of grass that spreads through rhizomes.

BAMBOO IN TRADITIONAL FORMULAS

The following four tables present examples of traditional formulas that have incorporated bamboo (3, 4). The formulas have been divided as follows:

1. Bamboo leaf formulas for febrile conditions. Generally, these formulas were designed to treat an acute feverish disease that did not resolve in a few days, and sometimes caused a drying of the fluids (particularly of the stomach) as well as affecting the other internal organs. Typical symptoms are fever, irritability, and insomnia. The formula Zhuye Shigao Tang (Bamboo Leaf and Gypsum Combination) has been adopted in modern treatment of some chronic ailments, including diabetes.
2. Bamboo shavings formulas for upflowing qi from the stomach. These are formulas that are used for stomach heat syndromes that produce incorrect flow of qi, commonly causing nausea and loss of appetite, as well as symptoms of hiccups or vomiting (for acute and chronic cases). The formulas Jupi Zhuru Tang (Aurantium and Bamboo Combination) and Wendan Tang (Bamboo and Hoelen Combination) are widely used for these symptoms; the latter formula also addresses irritability and insomnia.
3. Bamboo shavings and tabasheer formulas for phlegm mist affecting the brain. These formulas clear heat and resolve phlegm to treat a syndrome in which "phlegm mist obstructs the orifices of the heart" (tanmi xinqiao) or, in cases where there is significant heat present, phlegm fire disturbing the heart (tanhuo raoxin). Symptoms may include severe agitation and insomnia, or convulsions (epilepsy, spasms, etc.), mania (emotional outbursts, incoherent speech), and even coma. The tabasheer formulas typically include many animal and mineral agents to make a highly potent (and toxic) treatment that can be given in very small amounts for only a few days; these were designed for treatment of infants. Ditan Tang (Phlegm-Scouring Decoction) and Zhuru Wendan Tang (Bamboo and Ginseng Combination) are non-toxic formulations with bamboo shavings that are still used today in the treatment of epilepsy (or other convulsive disorders) and mental illnesses (including those of children); these formulas can be used for prolonged treatment, if necessary.
4. Bamboo shavings and bamboo sap formulas for cough with excess sputum. Although bamboo is used in formulas for lung heat, especially when there is excessive sputum (often quite sticky in nature), it is not a common ingredient, since other herbs have very similar applications, particularly fritillaria, with which it is often combined. Both formulas listed are still in common use, primarily through Japanese and Taiwanese interest in them. 

Houses, schools and other buildings

According to UNESCO, 70 hectares of bamboo produces enough material to build 1000 houses. If timber was used instead, it would require the felling of trees from an already diminishing forest. Today, over one billion people in the world live in bamboo houses.

Roads and bridges

It is being used in road reinforcements in India and it is also used in bridges built in China, capable of supporting trucks that weigh as much as 16 tons.

Medicines

In China, ingredients from the black bamboo shoot help treat kidney diseases. Roots and leaves have also been used to treat venereal diseases and cancer. According to reports in a small village in Indonesia, water from the culm (the side branches) is used to treat diseases of the bone effectively.

Clothes

It’s the new hemp, it can be made into a strong and durable fabric a bit like canvas and can be made into all sorts of clothes. Additionally, bamboo fabric is breathable, thermal regulating, wicks moisture better than polyester performance fabrics, will resist odour and is absorbent and fast drying keeping you dryer and more comfortable than any cotton or polyester fabrics. Beware though: it is also made into Rayon in a chemical process that is unsustainable.

Accessories

It is also used to make necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and other types of jewellery.

Food

Shoots are used mainly in Asian food preparations. In Japan, the antioxidant properties of the bamboo skin prevent bacterial growth, and are used as natural food preservatives.

Fuel

Charcoal made from this amazing plant has been used for centuries as cooking fuel in China and Japan. The Bamboo vinegar or pyroligneous acid is extracted when making charcoal and is used for hundreds of treatments in almost all fields. This liquid contains 400 different chemical compounds and can be applied for many purposes including cosmetics, insecticides, deodorants, food processing, and agriculture.

Scaffolding

It is often used for scaffolding because it proves to be an eco-friendly and cost-effective resource. In Hong Kong, bamboo scaffolding is preferred over metal scaffolding because its easily available and cheaper.

Furniture

Beautiful and intricately crafted beds, chairs and tables are made from bamboo. Read more about sustainable furniture here»

Rugs and textiles

Exotic woods like the mango are often used in Oriental rugs. Buying a bamboo rug will ensure that you save a tree.

Paper

Pulps are mainly produced in China, Myanmar, Thailand and India, and are used in printing and writing papers.

Nappies

According to Japanese scientists, bamboo cloth can retain its antibacterial quality even after 50 washings.

Utensils and tableware

Cups and saucers, spoons and ladles can all be made from this incredibly versatile material.

The list is endless…

Musical instruments, fishing rods, bicycles, helmets, toys…

USES OF BAMBOO

It's true though, from edible bamboo shoots to construction, medicine, bamboo fabric or biofuel it is all been done before. For the past 15 years, bamboo experts have been experimenting with the multiple uses of bamboo and are still discovering new applications everyday, bamboo fiber for the garment and automotive industries, flooring boards, veneers as thin as 0.2 mm, are just some of many examples. Bamboo panels, especially floors, are more and more in demand all over the world, because they have the texture of marble and the elegance of wood; in addition, they are strong, durable, smooth, clean, non-sliding and resistant to humidity - See more at: https://www.bambooimport.com/en/blog/products-made-from-bamboo#sthash.YTwpyu7G.dpuf

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It's true though, from edible bamboo shoots to construction, medicine, bamboo fabric or biofuel it is all been done before. For the past 15 years, bamboo experts have been experimenting with the multiple uses of bamboo and are still discovering new applications everyday, bamboo fiber for the garment and automotive industries, flooring boards, veneers as thin as 0.2 mm, are just some of many examples. Bamboo panels, especially floors, are more and more in demand all over the world, because they have the texture of marble and the elegance of wood; in addition, they are strong, durable, smooth, clean, non-sliding and resistant to humidity - See more at: https://www.bambooimport.com/en/blog/products-made-from-bamboo#sthash.YTwpyu7G.dpuf

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AS MEDICINE

Bamboo is best known for its hard stems (culms) that are used in place of wood for a variety of applications, including furniture, scaffolding, flutes, fence posts, flooring, and even bicycle frames. Bamboos also serve as decorative plants, the source of tender shoots used in Chinese cuisine, and a primary subject of many Chinese artworks. Early Chinese books were written on bamboo slats and bamboo has been used as a source of medicine since ancient times.

Bamboo, a type of grass, is the fastest growing plant in the world. Some varieties grow at a peak rate of 5 cm (2 inches) per hour; more typical rates are 10 cm per day. Thanks to the strong stems, bamboo can tower several meters; the tallest reaching about 20 meters (over 60 feet). According to recent estimates, there are 36 bamboo forests still present in China despite intensive harvesting for centuries; they cover 4-7 million hectares (11-19 million acres) making up 3-5% of China's forests. China has an estimated 300 species of bamboos in 39 genera. India is second to China in bamboo harvest; it has larger bamboo forests, making up nearly 13% of the country's forest area. The annual global bamboo harvest is 10 million tons, and growing.

 The plant is known in China as zhu; the Chinese character (above), which has been simplified from the ancient version, essentially shows two stalks of the bamboo plant topped with leaves. The shaved young shoots, the resin (both fluid and dried), and the leaves are all of medicinal value, with slightly differing applications. In general, bamboo is considered cooling, calming, and phlegm resolving. Although many species of bamboo are used as a source of medicinal products, the main ones are Phyllostachys nigra, the black bamboo (above), which grows abundantly along the Yangzi River, and Bambusa breiflora, Bambusa tuldoides, and Bambusa texilis (shown below; it is a frequent source of the resinous product called tianzhuhuang). The leaves most frequently used in Chinese herbal medicine are collected from another plant, Lophatherum gracile, the grass bamboo, one of the smallest of the bamboo-like plants. The medicinal products are described in the table, next page (1, 2). The liquid resin, zhuli, is usually not available outside of China, so the dried sap (tianzhuhuang) or the shaved stem (zhuru) are used as substitutes.

USES OF BAMBOO

It's true though, from edible bamboo shoots to construction, medicine, bamboo fabric or biofuel it is all been done before. For the past 15 years, bamboo experts have been experimenting with the multiple uses of bamboo and are still discovering new applications everyday, bamboo fiber for the garment and automotive industries, flooring boards, veneers as thin as 0.2 mm, are just some of many examples. Bamboo panels, especially floors, are more and more in demand all over the world, because they have the texture of marble and the elegance of wood; in addition, they are strong, durable, smooth, clean, non-sliding and resistant to humidity - See more at: https://www.bambooimport.com/en/blog/products-made-from-bamboo#sthash.YTwpyu7G.dpuf

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It's true though, from edible bamboo shoots to construction, medicine, bamboo fabric or biofuel it is all been done before. For the past 15 years, bamboo experts have been experimenting with the multiple uses of bamboo and are still discovering new applications everyday, bamboo fiber for the garment and automotive industries, flooring boards, veneers as thin as 0.2 mm, are just some of many examples. Bamboo panels, especially floors, are more and more in demand all over the world, because they have the texture of marble and the elegance of wood; in addition, they are strong, durable, smooth, clean, non-sliding and resistant to humidity - See more at: https://www.bambooimport.com/en/blog/products-made-from-bamboo#sthash.YTwpyu7G.dpuf

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AS MEDICINE

Bamboo is best known for its hard stems (culms) that are used in place of wood for a variety of applications, including furniture, scaffolding, flutes, fence posts, flooring, and even bicycle frames. Bamboos also serve as decorative plants, the source of tender shoots used in Chinese cuisine, and a primary subject of many Chinese artworks. Early Chinese books were written on bamboo slats and bamboo has been used as a source of medicine since ancient times.

Bamboo, a type of grass, is the fastest growing plant in the world. Some varieties grow at a peak rate of 5 cm (2 inches) per hour; more typical rates are 10 cm per day. Thanks to the strong stems, bamboo can tower several meters; the tallest reaching about 20 meters (over 60 feet). According to recent estimates, there are 36 bamboo forests still present in China despite intensive harvesting for centuries; they cover 4-7 million hectares (11-19 million acres) making up 3-5% of China's forests. China has an estimated 300 species of bamboos in 39 genera. India is second to China in bamboo harvest; it has larger bamboo forests, making up nearly 13% of the country's forest area. The annual global bamboo harvest is 10 million tons, and growing.

 The plant is known in China as zhu; the Chinese character (above), which has been simplified from the ancient version, essentially shows two stalks of the bamboo plant topped with leaves. The shaved young shoots, the resin (both fluid and dried), and the leaves are all of medicinal value, with slightly differing applications. In general, bamboo is considered cooling, calming, and phlegm resolving. Although many species of bamboo are used as a source of medicinal products, the main ones are Phyllostachys nigra, the black bamboo (above), which grows abundantly along the Yangzi River, and Bambusa breiflora, Bambusa tuldoides, and Bambusa texilis (shown below; it is a frequent source of the resinous product called tianzhuhuang). The leaves most frequently used in Chinese herbal medicine are collected from another plant, Lophatherum gracile, the grass bamboo, one of the smallest of the bamboo-like plants. The medicinal products are described in the table, next page (1, 2). The liquid resin, zhuli, is usually not available outside of China, so the dried sap (tianzhuhuang) or the shaved stem (zhuru) are used as substitutes.

USES OF BAMBOO

It's true though, from edible bamboo shoots to construction, medicine, bamboo fabric or biofuel it is all been done before. For the past 15 years, bamboo experts have been experimenting with the multiple uses of bamboo and are still discovering new applications everyday, bamboo fiber for the garment and automotive industries, flooring boards, veneers as thin as 0.2 mm, are just some of many examples. Bamboo panels, especially floors, are more and more in demand all over the world, because they have the texture of marble and the elegance of wood; in addition, they are strong, durable, smooth, clean, non-sliding and resistant to humidity - See more at: https://www.bambooimport.com/en/blog/products-made-from-bamboo#sthash.YTwpyu7G.dpuf

Read more at: https://www.bambooimport.com/en/blog/products-made-from-bamboo
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It's true though, from edible bamboo shoots to construction, medicine, bamboo fabric or biofuel it is all been done before. For the past 15 years, bamboo experts have been experimenting with the multiple uses of bamboo and are still discovering new applications everyday, bamboo fiber for the garment and automotive industries, flooring boards, veneers as thin as 0.2 mm, are just some of many examples. Bamboo panels, especially floors, are more and more in demand all over the world, because they have the texture of marble and the elegance of wood; in addition, they are strong, durable, smooth, clean, non-sliding and resistant to humidity - See more at: https://www.bambooimport.com/en/blog/products-made-from-bamboo#sthash.YTwpyu7G.dpuf

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AS MEDICINE

Bamboo is best known for its hard stems (culms) that are used in place of wood for a variety of applications, including furniture, scaffolding, flutes, fence posts, flooring, and even bicycle frames. Bamboos also serve as decorative plants, the source of tender shoots used in Chinese cuisine, and a primary subject of many Chinese artworks. Early Chinese books were written on bamboo slats and bamboo has been used as a source of medicine since ancient times.

Bamboo, a type of grass, is the fastest growing plant in the world. Some varieties grow at a peak rate of 5 cm (2 inches) per hour; more typical rates are 10 cm per day. Thanks to the strong stems, bamboo can tower several meters; the tallest reaching about 20 meters (over 60 feet). According to recent estimates, there are 36 bamboo forests still present in China despite intensive harvesting for centuries; they cover 4-7 million hectares (11-19 million acres) making up 3-5% of China's forests. China has an estimated 300 species of bamboos in 39 genera. India is second to China in bamboo harvest; it has larger bamboo forests, making up nearly 13% of the country's forest area. The annual global bamboo harvest is 10 million tons, and growing.

 The plant is known in China as zhu; the Chinese character (above), which has been simplified from the ancient version, essentially shows two stalks of the bamboo plant topped with leaves. The shaved young shoots, the resin (both fluid and dried), and the leaves are all of medicinal value, with slightly differing applications. In general, bamboo is considered cooling, calming, and phlegm resolving. Although many species of bamboo are used as a source of medicinal products, the main ones are Phyllostachys nigra, the black bamboo (above), which grows abundantly along the Yangzi River, and Bambusa breiflora, Bambusa tuldoides, and Bambusa texilis (shown below; it is a frequent source of the resinous product called tianzhuhuang). The leaves most frequently used in Chinese herbal medicine are collected from another plant, Lophatherum gracile, the grass bamboo, one of the smallest of the bamboo-like plants. The medicinal products are described in the table, next page (1, 2). The liquid resin, zhuli, is usually not available outside of China, so the dried sap (tianzhuhuang) or the shaved stem (zhuru) are used as substitutes.

Bamboo is a typical plant native Asia. This plant has the shape of a tall tree structure with many thorns on the branches and rods. 

Bamboo has buds that serves to breed themselves. Almost all parts of the bamboo tree can be used. Part of bamboo leaf tree can be used for materials home, home furnishings, handicrafts, and various types of art. While the buds or more commonly referred to as bamboo shoots can be delicious dishes and rich with content of a range of nutrients.

But did you know that bamboo leaves also can provide enormous benefits to humans? Bamboo leaves not just be rubbish that messes bamboo garden. Here are the facts about the benefits of bamboo leaves.

Benefits of Bamboo Leaves

Bamboo leaves that look like not having the benefit it can be processed to assist in the treatment of several diseases. Fresh bamboo leaves are still evident in fiber, antioxidants and various compounds that can not be found in other plants. However, the processing of fresh bamboo leaves can not be done manually. Processing of bamboo leaves into a mixing drinks just like the process of making tea. So, here are the benefits of bamboo leaves that have been formed in the blend or tea.

read: Benefits Leaves Mangosteen For Health

1. Bamboo Leaves to Reduce Sugar Levels

Bamboo leaf tea that has been processed into and through all kinds of drying procedure will produce a very distinctive smell. Mixture of tea used to be derived from bamboo leaf jasmine or frangipani. The fiber content of bamboo leaves proved very effective for lowering blood sugar. In addition, fiber is also very good for weight loss because it would lead to full effect longer.

2. Bamboo Leaves to Set Digestive System

Digestive problems can cause the stomach to be uncomfortable. This problem typically include abdominal bloating, excessive gas, constipation or diarrhea. It turns out the processed bamboo leaves into tea could form a compound that serves to regulate the digestive system.

Drinking tea from the leaves of bamboo can make the stomach becomes more comfortable. You can drink this concoction before eating bamboo leaves.

3. Bamboo Leaves for Preventing Free Radicals

Bamboo leaves have antioxidant compounds that are very complete. In addition, these antioxidant compounds are also found with natural vitamins and minerals in bamboo leaves. Processing of bamboo leaves into tea it also makes the effects of antioxidant compounds become stronger. The process of formation is an excellent antioxidant compounds to ward off cancer-causing free radicals in the body.

4. Bamboo Leaves to Maintain Health

Bamboo leaf tea that has been molded into it also does not contain caffeine and safe when mixed with other ingredients. You can add lemon, jasmine aroma or fresh mint leaves. Refreshing effect of bamboo leaf tea will make the body fresh and warm. Concoction of dried bamboo leaves can be against wind and flatulence.

5. Bamboo Leaves for Detoxification

Bamboo leaves have natural anti-inflammatory properties and also support the detoxification process. Compounds that arise in the processing of bamboo leaf concoction can help the body in loaded all toxins from the body's sweat or tract secretions. The effects of drinking a concoction of bamboo leaves is very effective to cope with respiratory problems and also disorders of the liver.

6. Leaves Bamboo to Strengthen Network Nails and Hair

Bamboo leaves also helps the body to strengthen the network of the nails and hair. Blend of bamboo leaves contain vitamin E and antioxidant compounds that are good for maintaining healthy tissues in the body. Consumption blend of bamboo leaves will enhance the growth of new hair tissue is more fertile and strengthen nails layer.

7. Prevent Hypertension

Bamboo leaves are formed into a tea or concoction has a calming effect. This will make the body become more fresh. In addition, natural bamboo leaf has a function to lower blood pressure, regulate the vascular system of the heart and also maintain healthy blood vessels.

8. Helps Skin Care

Fresh bamboo leaves also can be the best material to treat the skin. Take a few pieces of fresh bamboo leaves and mash until smooth. Give it a few drops of olive oil or honey and used as a mask to cleanse the skin. Fibers and granules on bamboo leaves can make your skin softer. It also does not cause irritation.

9. Help Heal and Closing Wounds

Isoorientin substances found in fresh bamboo leaves have a very good system to help heal wounds and wound closure in a faster way. Even granting the wound with fresh bamboo leaves smoothed can close the wound for about 29 hours. This research has been conducted by medical experts in China and Japan.

10. Relieve Menstrual Pain

When menstruation then usually women would feel uncomfortable especially as abdominal pain, back pain, and bone pain. Also coupled with a decrease in the levels of hb so that the body becomes weaker. To overcome this problem then it could use a fresh bamboo leaf decoction.

You can create a blend of 5 pieces of fresh bamboo leaves, then wash thoroughly. Boil four cups of water and leaving up to one glass. Drink at night before bed and you will lessen menstrual pain.

11. Smooth urinating

Bladder problems usually will cause a burning sensation and pain during urination. These problems can occur for many reasons such as virus infection or germs and lack of drinking water. To overcome this problem naturally then you can boil about 20 pieces of fresh bamboo leaves with 3 cups of water. Let boil and leaving up to 1 cup only. To get a more potent properties it is advisable to add 2 tablespoons of pure honey.

The benefits of bamboo leaves should consider carefully because herbal test for this product is rarely found in Asia. If you want to try, here are some tips consumption:

• Find young bamboo leaves
• Rinse
• Boil in water to taste
• Drink boiled water bamboo leaves
• Perform routine for 1 week
• If no changes should immediately contact the doctor concerned.

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It's true though, from edible bamboo shoots to construction, medicine, bamboo fabric or biofuel it is all been done before. For the past 15 years, bamboo experts have been experimenting with the multiple uses of bamboo and are still discovering new applications everyday, bamboo fiber for the garment and automotive industries, flooring boards, veneers as thin as 0.2 mm, are just some of many examples. Bamboo panels, especially floors, are more and more in demand all over the world, because they have the texture of marble and the elegance of wood; in addition, they are strong, durable, smooth, clean, non-sliding and resistant to humidity - See more at: https://www.bambooimport.com/en/blog/products-made-from-bamboo#sthash.YTwpyu7G.dpuf

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