Giant Bamboo, Bhalu bans, Dhungre bans

Dendrocalamus giganteus

Physical Characteristics

Dendrocalamus giganteus is an evergreen Bamboo growing to 30 m (98ft) by 15 m (49ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. The flowers are pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - Myanmar, Thailand.

Habitats

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Shoots Edible Uses: The young shoots are edible[ 272 ]. Creamy and tender when cooked, though they are not widely consumed[ 303 ]. They have a fair canning quality[ 303 ].

Medicinal Uses

Aphrodisiac Tonic The siliceous secretion of the culm is considered aphrodisiac and tonic[ 272 ].

Known Hazards

None known