The planting of these six varieties has been a pivotal step in developing a sustainable bamboo farm. Each variety contributes uniquely to the farm’s biodiversity and commercial potential. Below are photographs and quick details from the farm to visually document the progress and growth of these bamboo varieties.

1. Bambusa Balcooa (Balcooa Bamboo)

• Description: Bambusa Balcooa is known for its thick-walled culms and excellent strength. It is often referred to as one of the most robust bamboo varieties.
• Uses: Balcooa is widely used for construction, scaffolding, and furniture. It also serves as a raw material for paper pulp(highly in demand), Textile Industry, Bio Ethanol, Bio CNG, Bio Deisel, Active Charcoal, etc .
• Key Features: High tensile strength, low shrinkage, and resistance to pests.
• Mature Height: Up to 25 meters.
• Harvesting : Starts in 4th year.
  
  

2. Bambusa Tulda (Tulda Bamboo)

• Description: Often referred to as Indian Timber Bamboo, Tulda is valued for its strong and durable culms.
• Uses: Extensively used in the paper industry, construction, crafting, furniture, wooden boards, sticks, agriculture, etc.
• Key Features: Lightweight yet sturdy, fast growth, and high utility.
• Mature Height: Up to 22 meters.
• Harvesting : Starts in 5th year
  
  

3. Dendrocalamus Gigantious (Giant Bamboo)

• Description: As the name suggests, this variety is massive and impressive in both height and girth.
• Uses: Suitable for large-scale construction, biofuel production, timber industry and erosion control.
• Key Features: Towering height, high biomass output, and soil-stabilizing properties.
• Mature Height: Up to 48 meters.
• Harvesting : Starts in 8th year
  
  

4. Dendrocalamus Asper (Asper Bamboo)

• Description: Asper Bamboo is a giant variety renowned for its large-diameter culms and rapid growth.
• Uses: This bamboo is ideal for construction, food (bamboo shoots), furniture making, board making and creating decorative items.
• Key Features: Large and thick culms, edible shoots, and high biomass yield.
• Mature Height: Up to 30 meters.
• Harvesting : Starts in 6th year
  
  

5. Bambusa Brandisii (Brandisii Bamboo)

• Description: Known for its straight and tall growth, Brandisii Bamboo is a preferred choice for landscaping and crafting.
• Uses: Widely used in handicrafts, fencing, furniture making, active charcoal, stick making and as a windbreak.
• Key Features: Straight culms, moderate height, and aesthetic appeal.
• Mature Height: Up to 40 meters.
• Harvesting : Starts in 6th year
  
  

6. Bambusa Nutans (Nutans Bamboo)

• Description: Nutans Bamboo is a graceful variety known for its nodding tips and dense foliage.
• Uses: Primarily used in construction, handicrafts, stick making, board making, agriculture and ornamental purposes.
• Key Features: Elegant appearance, flexibility, and adaptability to diverse climates.
• Mature Height: Up to 25 meters.
• Harvesting : Starts in 5th year.
  
  

7. T-Olivari (Tissue Culture Hybrid)

• Type: Hybrid (often derived from Dendrocalamus/ Bambusa crosses)
• Uses: Commercial plantation, high-yield biomass
• Traits: Fast-growing, uniform quality, disease-resistant; suitable for intensive cultivation
  
  

8. Dendrocalamus Strictus

• Common Name: Male Bamboo / Solid Bamboo
• Height: 8–16 meters
• Culm Diameter: 4–10 cm
• Uses: Furniture, agriculture implements, paper pulp, charcoal

Traits: Solid culm, drought-resistant, thrives in arid zones