Old coal bamboo, a seemingly ordinary plant, contains a rich culture and uses. In southern China, especially in Zhejiang, Jiangsu and other places, old coal bamboo is widely used in construction, furniture and handicraft production. So, what exactly is the old coal bamboo?
Old coal bamboo is a type of bamboo, which belongs to the grass family. It is similar in morphology to ordinary bamboo, but with thicker bamboo poles and a well-developed root system. This type of bamboo has a long growth cycle and usually takes five to ten years to reach maturity. Due to its long growth time, the material of old coal bamboo is harder and denser, so it has high use value.
Features of old coal bamboo:
1.Tough and durable: Old coal bamboo grows in harsh environments, and after a long period of exercise, it has super endurance and toughness. It retains its original quality even in extremely cold and hot environments.
2.Environmental protection and pollution-free: There is no need for chemical fertilizers and pesticides in the growth process of old coal bamboo, which is a real green and environmentally friendly material. Its use does not cause any pollution to the environment.
3.Easy to process: Old coal bamboo is easy to cut, polish and bend, making it widely used in various furniture, construction and other fields.
4.Unique texture: The surface of the old coal bamboo has a unique texture, compared with the general bamboo, the bamboo pole of the old coal bamboo is thicker, and the surface shows dark stripes, these stripes are arranged in a zigzag shape at the bamboo node, which has a high ornamental value. In the sun, the bamboo leaves of the old coal bamboo shimmer with a metallic luster, giving it a fresh feeling.
Uses of Old Coal Bamboo:
1.Furniture manufacturing: Old coal bamboo is widely used in the field of furniture manufacturing because of its tough, durable, environmentally friendly and pollution-free characteristics. The furniture it makes is not only beautiful and generous, but also durable and loved by consumers.
2.Building Decoration: It is a high-quality building material. Due to its hard and dense material, old coal bamboo can be made into various building components, such as bridges, beams and columns of houses, etc. These components are not only strong and durable, but also have excellent fire resistance.
3.Handicraft production: Due to the unique texture and color of the old coal bamboo, it is also widely used in the production of handicrafts. Due to its beautiful texture and unique material, old coal bamboo can be made into a variety of exquisite handicrafts, such as bamboo weaving, bamboo carving, etc. These handicrafts not only have high ornamental value, but also often have certain cultural connotation and historical value. For example, some traditional bamboo weaving utensils, such as baskets and baskets, are made from old coal bamboo.
Old coal bamboo is not only a plant, but also a cultural symbol. In traditional Chinese culture, bamboo has been endowed with rich cultural connotations, such as "bamboo reports peace" and "rises day by day". As a high-quality bamboo, old coal bamboo also has a similar symbolic meaning. It represents not only tenacity and perseverance, but also long-lasting friendship and affection. Therefore, in the southern region of China, people often give old coal bamboo as gifts to relatives and friends to express deep friendship and good wishes.