
Wonderful Roots: Discover all about where bamboo grows
Where does bamboo grow?
From the luscious forests of Southeast Asia to the cold depths of the Himalayas, bamboo can grow in many climates and conditions. However, most bamboo species ' natural habitat is warm and tropical. Bamboo forests are commonly found and harvested in Asia, Africa, North and South America and Australia. These continents provide the high humidity in which bamboo can thrive. Bamboo is notoriously known for relying on very little more than water and sunshine to grow, making it pretty easy for it to lay down its roots anywhere. Certain species can withstand colder regions and have been spotted growing in areas of up to -20 degrees. It’s true, bamboo is made of pretty strong stuff! No wonder it makes such incredibly durable products.