Buluh balui
Gigantochloa balui
Family: Poaceae
What it is like
A bamboo. It forms dense tufts. The stems bend slightly outwards. They are 12 m long and 3-8 cm across. The internodes are 40 cm long.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It is best in rich alluvial soils.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Brunei, Indochina, Indonesia, Malaysia, SE Asia, Thailand
How it is used for food
The young shoots are cooked and eaten.
The shoots are eaten but are not popular. It is a cultivated plant.
Edible parts
Shoots
How it is grown
Plants are grown from cuttings from mature stems. A spacing of 4-6 m is suitable.
Its other names
Local names
Balui, Bambu taris, Buluh abe, Phai ba lui