Bamboo is a name for over 1,400 species of giant grasses in 115 different genera. All bamboos have wood-like stems. Bamboo grows in clumps (although running varieties exist). Almost all species of bamboo have hollow stems divided into nodes or joints. Bamboo is one of the few grasses that have a branch structure. Bamboo rarely flowers.
- Ornamental
- Hedge
- For privacy
- Used to make many things and is a construction material
- Shoots, usually cooked, can also be used as human food