Arundo donax is not bamboo
3K views · Oct 14, 2022 bambubatu.com
Throughout the Mediterranean and the southern United States, there's a giant cane grass that grows prolifically. It's commonly mistaken for bamboo, but it is only a distant relative. Join Fred Hornaday as he explores a patch of Arundo donax in central Catalunya, Spain. Visit Bambu Batu to learn more about Arundo donax (https://bambubatu.com/arundo-donax/) and other plants that look like bamboo (https://bambubatu.com/plants-that-look-like-bamboo-but-arent/)
Discovering bamboo at the Valencia Botanical Gardens
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Exploring a diverse collection of bamboo at the Botanical Gardens in Valencia, Spain. Visit Bambu Batu to read more about this fabulous destination (https://bambubatu.com/seeking-bamboo-in-spain-venture-in-valencia/) as well as the splendid assortment of bamboo in Berlin, Germany (https://bambubatu.com/where-to-find-bamboo-in-germany/).
Running Bamboo vs Clumping Bamboo
1K views · Oct 14, 2022 bambubatu.com
Learn the difference between running bamboo and clumping bamboo. Bamboo is a fascinating subfamily of grasses that includes about 1,400 species. But we can divide them into two general categories: runners and clumpers. To learn more about the incredible properties of bamboo, visit BambuBatu.com. We have in-depth articles on Runners and Clumpers (https://bambubatu.com/bamboo-basics-running-vs-clumping/), a survey of Bamboo Species (https://bambubatu.com/bamboo-species-identification-a-gallery-of-grasses/), and hundreds of other topics.
Bamboo: A most relaxing plant
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Overwhelmed by the psychedelic nature of Salvador Dalí's artwork in Figueres, Spain, I was delighted to discover this calming grove of bamboo where I could take respite and gather my composure. Learn more about bamboo and its benefits for mental health at BambuBatu.com. https://bambubatu.com/super-bamboo/ https://bambubatu.com/the-tao-abides-taoism-and-the-big-lebowski/ https://bambubatu.com/mind-over-grey-matter-mediation-and-the-brain/
Where does bamboo come from?
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Learn about where bamboo comes from. Some people will be surprised by how many varieties of bamboo are not native to Asia. Visit BambuBatu.com for more details. https://bambubatu.com/where-does-bamboo-come-from/ https://bambubatu.com/introducing-bamboo-genus-by-genus/ https://bambubatu.com/bamboo-infographics-presenting-facts-about-bamboo/
Lucky Bamboo vs True Bamboo
2K views · Oct 14, 2022 bambubatu.com
What's the difference between lucky bamboo and true bamboo? Nearly everything! Lucky bamboo is a single species of grass, while true bamboo makes up a subfamily of about 1,500 species belonging to the grass family. It's a pet peeve of mine when people confuse lucky bamboo with real bamboo, but I'm trying to get over it. Visit BambuBatu.com to learn more. https://bambubatu.com/all-bamboo-is-lucky-but-not-vice-versa/ https://bambubatu.com/is-bamboo-lucky-gardening-for-good-fortune/ https://bambubatu.com/plants-that-look-like-bamboo-but-arent/
Bamboo farming in America
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Recorded on the 4th of July, 2022, we discuss the topic of bamboo farming in America. The pros and cons are worth considering. Visit BambuBatu.com to learn more. https://bambubatu.com/bamboo-farming-in-the-us/ https://bambubatu.com/challenges-and-pitfalls-of-bamboo-farming/ https://bambubatu.com/best-bamboo-species-for-farming-cultivating-allies/
How renewable is bamboo
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How renewable is bamboo? How fast does it grow? When is a bamboo full sized or fully mature? It depends on a few factors. But it's important to understand the difference between the age of the plant and the age of the individual culms. Visit BambuBatu.com to learn more. https://bambubatu.com/how-fast-does-bamboo-grow/ https://bambubatu.com/bamboo-myths-and-misnomers/ https://bambubatu.com/the-worlds-biggest-bamboo-dendrocalamus-sinicus/
Bamboo shoots for human consumption
5K views · Oct 13, 2022 bambubatu.com
Bamboo shoots are a hearty and nutritious source of sustenance that emerge from around the base of a bamboo plant every spring. Harvested at the right time, when they're still young and tender, they are perfectly suitable for human consumption. Just be sure to boil or ferment them first to remove any natural toxins. To learn more, visit BambuBatu.com. https://bambubatu.com/bamboo-shoots/ https://bambubatu.com/shoot-to-kill-are-bamboo-shoots-poisonous/ https://bambubatu.com/bamboo-leaf-tea-and-the-best-varieties-for-brewing/ https://bambubatu.com/growing-bamboo-for-food/
Big Bamboo
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Big bamboo, giant bamboo, and timber bamboo are non-scientific terms to describe the larger species of bamboo, usually more than 4 inches in diameter and over 50 or 60 feet in height. Some timber bamboos are runners, like Moso. And many timber bamboos are tropical clumpers, especially those in the genus Dendrocalamus. Visit BambuBatu.com to learn more. https://bambubatu.com/giant-bamboo-massive-grasses/ https://bambubatu.com/timber-bamboo-the-greatest-of-grasses/ https://bambubatu.com/genus-dendrocalamus-the-biggest-bamboos-of-all/ https://bambubatu.com/the-worlds-biggest-bamboo-dendrocalamus-sinicus/
Bamboo for Ecology and Economy in Ghana
2K views · Oct 13, 2022 bambubatu.com
Presenting to the 2022 Sustainability Conference in Ghana, I provide a concise overview of bamboo and its wide array of benefits for the country and the planet. Bamboo is a vital tool for land restoration and an exceptional resource for food, energy, textiles and building materials. Visit BambuBatu.com to learn more. https://bambubatu.com/bamboo-in-africa-a-green-bounty/ https://bambubatu.com/bamboo-for-soil-enrichment-and-land-restoration/ https://bambubatu.com/growing-bamboo-for-carbon-credits/
Bamboo for Land Restoration
5K views · Oct 13, 2022 bambubatu.com
Bamboo is an excellent pioneer plant, ideal for growing in degraded landscapes to help rebuild topsoil and hasten the recovery of the habitat. Here are six simple steps to follow to conduct a successful land restoration project with bamboo. Learn more at BambuBatu.com https://bambubatu.com/growing-bamboo-for-erosion-control/ https://bambubatu.com/companion-planting-with-bamboo/ https://bambubatu.com/planting-bamboo-to-increase-rainfall-and-fight-climate-change/ https://bambubatu.com/bamboo-for-soil-enrichment-and-land-restoration/ https://bambubatu.com/oxytenanthera-abyssinica-bamboo-of-the-savannah/ https://bambubatu.com/melocanna-baccifera-tropical-bamboo-for-erosion/
Bamboo in Japan
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Many species of bamboo are endemic to Japan, including some great timber species and a wide assortment of dwarf bamboo varieties. To learn more, visit BambuBatu.com. https://bambubatu.com/bamboo-for-japanese-gardens/ https://bambubatu.com/hiroshima-bamboo-hibanobambusa-tranquillans-shiroshima/ https://bambubatu.com/bamboo-bonsai-ideal-accent-in-the-japanese-garden/ https://bambubatu.com/bamboo-for-fuel-and-energy/
How to monetize your bamboo
8K views · Oct 13, 2022 bambubatu.com
Bamboo is a valuable plant with hundreds of uses and a plethora of environmental benefits. But turning your woody grass into cash requires some amount of strategy. This week's video offers several possible revenue streams for the ambitious bamboo farmer. Visit BambuBatu.com to learn more. https://bambubatu.com/growing-bamboo-for-profit-green-gold/ https://bambubatu.com/6-ways-to-make-money-growing-bamboo/ https://bambubatu.com/best-bamboo-species-for-farming-cultivating-allies/
Bamboo in Lyon
630 views · Oct 13, 2022 bambubatu.com
A quick tour of the bamboo section of the Lyon Botanical Gardens, one of the largest and most impressive municipal gardens in all of France. The bamboo area includes a couple species of temperate bamboo. In addition, you can find at least 3 species of tropical or subtropical bamboo in the greenhouses. Visit BambuBatu.com to learn more. https://bambubatu.com/where-does-bamboo-come-from/ https://bambubatu.com/where-to-find-bamboo-in-germany/ https://bambubatu.com/seeking-bamboo-in-spain-venture-in-valencia/
Bamboo scraps to bamboo pallets
913 views · Oct 13, 2022 bambubatu.com
The uses for bamboo are nearly endless. This video shows the process for turning bamboo scraps, including sawdust and woodchips, into pressed shipping pallets. This makes use of valuable byproduct that often goes to waste. Using sophisticated machinery, the pallet design can be customized according to the customer's needs. Contact me through BambuBatu.com for details. https://bambubatu.com/bamboo-processing-equipment-for-farmers-big-and-small/
Friend or Foe: How invasive is bamboo?
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Among certain gardeners, bamboo has a nasty reputation because of its capacity to spread out and expand. Running bamboo can be pretty aggressive. But is it truly invasive? No, not like many other non-native ornamentals. Check out BambuBatu.com to learn more about how to understand and contain your bamboo. https://bambubatu.com/is-bamboo-invasive-or-just-expansive/ https://bambubatu.com/dig-a-trench-for-a-bamboo-barrier/ https://bambubatu.com/installing-a-bamboo-root-barrier-for-best-containment/
Bamboo Proverbs
19K views · Oct 13, 2022 bambubatu.com
Bamboo is an extraordinary plant with a colorful history. Imbued with mythical and even magical properties, we have a long tradition of proverbs to draw on when we talk about bamboo. Visit BambuBatu.com to learn more. https://bambubatu.com/bamboo-proverbs-great-quotes-about-bamboo/ https://bambubatu.com/inspirational-proverbs-of-eastern-wisdom/
Bamboo crafts in Cameroon
2K views · Oct 13, 2022 bambubatu.com
Bamboo is widespread across sub-Saharan Africa, and some of the largest populations of bamboo can be found in Cameroon. The woody grass has a long tradition here, and today they cultivate native and Asian species alike, using them for food, shelter, charcoal, and all manner of crafts. Visit BambuBatu.com to lean more. https://bambubatu.com/bamboo-in-africa-a-green-bounty/ https://bambubatu.com/researching-bamboo-in-nigeria/ https://bambubatu.com/status-of-the-bamboo-industry-in-ethiopia/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exYN4H5c_XI
Bamboo and Biochar
1K views · Oct 13, 2022 bambubatu.com
Biochar is an incredible product that can be used as a soil additive and in other industrial applications. Rather than cutting down trees to make char, using bamboo makes way more sense. When you create biochar on a large scale, you can also earn valuable Carbon Credits that can be sold on the international market. Contact Bambu Batu or visit BambuBatu.com to learn more. https://bambubatu.com/benefits-of-bamboo-charcoal/ https://bambubatu.com/growing-bamboo-for-carbon-credits/ https://bambubatu.com/3-ways-bamboo-captures-carbon-and-stores-it/
Bamboo in Germany
914 views · Oct 13, 2022 bambubatu.com
Europe is the only inhabited continent with no native species of bamboo. And you wouldn't think the German climate is conducive to bamboo, but the land of Lederhosen and Bratwurst has a lot more bamboo than you would expect. Visit BambuBatu.com to learn more. https://bambubatu.com/where-to-find-bamboo-in-germany/ https://bambubatu.com/growing-bamboo-in-europe-ornamental-outsiders/ https://bambubatu.com/bamboo-farming-in-europe/