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BAMBOO
Bamboo is an evergreen plant from the grass family that has more than 1400 species. Most of them are native to
warm and moist tropical climates, however, many species are also found in diverse regions. Bamboo is the fastest
growing plant; certain species have been recorded to grow 910 mm within one day. Although a more typical growth
rate for commonly cultivated bamboos is 30-100 mm per day during the growing period. They are harvested from two
to three years through five to seven years, depending on the species. Bamboo is also very prolific; it produces new
culms each Spring from its continuously growing root system regardless of the harvesting of mature stems.
Bamboo is a very flexible and strong material; therefore it is also used as a construction material. It is naturally
antibacterial, which makes it a convenient material to use in the production of toothbrushes, combs and other
bathroom accessories. Fabric made of bamboo fibre is also used for clothes and diapers.
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