7 Amazing facts about Bamboo

Bamboo is best known for its strength and durability.

On World Bamboo day, let us have a look at the 7 facts about one of the most versatile plants on planet earth.

There are over 1,400 species of bamboo around the world.

Bamboos are considered the fastest-growing plant on this planet.

It has been recorded growing at an amazing 47.6 inches in a 24-hour period.

Bamboo can be used for cooking, construction, creating handicrafts and various other ways.

Bamboos work as natural AC and cool their surrounding temperature by up to 8 degrees.

Silica, a bamboo extract act as a medicine.

Bamboo groves can be a safe place to seek shelter during earthquakes.