Bambusa basihirsutoides facts for kids

Bambusa basihirsutoides is a special type of bamboo plant. It's part of the Bambusa family, which includes many different kinds of bamboo. This particular bamboo is known for growing very tall and strong.

Where Does It Grow?

You can mostly find Bambusa basihirsutoides growing naturally in two provinces of China: Guangdong and Zhejiang. These areas have the right climate and soil for this bamboo to thrive.

What Does It Look Like?

Bambusa basihirsutoides is a perennial plant, which means it lives for many years. It grows in clumps, with its stems appearing close together from an underground root system.

The main stem of this bamboo stands straight up and can reach impressive heights, usually between 700 to 1200 centimeters (that's about 23 to 39 feet!) tall. These stems are woody and strong, growing quite thick, typically 60 to 90 millimeters (about 2.3 to 3.5 inches) across. Unlike some plants, its stem doesn't have roots growing from its joints.

When this bamboo flowers, it has special parts called anthers that are about 7 millimeters long. It also has 2 or 3 stigmas, which are parts of the flower that collect pollen.