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bamboo
Scientific Name: Bambusa tulda
Family: Poaceae
Category: Monocot
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About Bamboo
Bamboo is a type of grass and is among the fastest-growing plants on the planet.
Considerations for Pets
- Some bamboo varieties have a reputation for spreading rapidly ("running amok"), which might impact the safety and usability of outdoor areas for pets.
Distribution and Habitat
- Bamboo species are found in diverse climates, from cold mountains to hot tropical regions.
- They occur across East Asia, from 50N latitude in Sakhalin.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Bamboo is known for its fast growth.
- Some varieties of bamboo, known as "clumping" or sympodial, are more restricted in their spread compared to "running" types.
Ecological Role
- Some types of Bamboo comes with something of a fearsome reputation for running amok and taking over gardens.