1. Ci Bamboo

Ci Bamboo is a clump type. Typical representatives of bamboo: tall, long tube, thick green leaves. Its biological characteristics: ⑴ Growth characteristics of the above-ground parts: Bamboo shoots are unearthed from June to August, and growth basically stops in mid-October. Generally, they have 20-30 knots and are 8 to 13 meters high; the longest life span is 9 years; the mother bamboo has the strongest ability to form bamboo shoots in 1-2 years old, and the growth rate of new shoots is high in 3-5 generations, so it can cultivate large materials; The leaves change once a year; flowering has nothing to do with age, but is related to water and nutrition. The leaves turn yellow before flowering, and gradually fall off after flowering, the stems die, and the material becomes brittle; the 1-year-old bamboo is a young bamboo, and the 2-3-year-old bamboo is a strong bamboo; Old bamboo is born between 4 and 5 years old. There are hairs on the tassel. ⑵Growth characteristics of the underground part: The stalk has 6 nodes, of which only one node has bamboo shoots (the part where the stalk is connected to the old bamboo); the underground part is densely packed together, does not extend to other places, and arches towards the ground. Characteristics of single-clump bamboo: the underground stems of single-clump bamboo have well-developed fibrous roots, most of which are on the surface, and the maximum depth is 2 meters. Newly grown bamboos do not develop roots in their first year, but form a root system in the second year, which gradually weakens thereafter. Old bamboos that are 6 or 7 years old have very few living roots. The stems that have lost the above-ground part can remain underground for more than ten years before they rot. If not treated in time, they will The combination of the layers will affect the formation of bamboo shoots and the growth of the bamboo forest. The connection between the bamboo plant and the old bamboo shoots should be cut off. This is called "making bamboo baskets."

Ci bamboo stalks have strong fibers and long knots, making them an excellent material for bamboo weaving crafts. Cizhu is the most important bamboo species in Qingshen. In rural areas, it is planted in almost every household.

2. Single bamboo

Commonly known as "Kuchi" among the people, it is a high-quality bamboo with the longest tube (more than one meter long) in the genus Kuci. Bamboo is delicate in texture and has extremely strong fiber toughness. It can be made into bamboo strips as thin as cicada wings and as fine as hair, and can be woven into fine bamboo weaving crafts that look like silk or silk. This kind mostly grows in Yinshan mountains with fertile soil and is the best material for bamboo weaving. In addition to Qingshen, there are also some such "Kushen" bamboos in Meishan and Qionglai areas.

3. Four Seasons Bamboo

This is a high-quality bamboo species introduced to Qingshen in recent years. It is a cluster type and is named after the bamboo shoots that grow in all seasons. A species of the genus Bamboo, its biggest feature is that its stalks are thick, tall and straight, weighing dozens of kilograms per stem, with fine fibers and fast reproduction and growth. It is a good material for papermaking and has great economic value. Qingshen Xilong, Guanjin, Guihua, Gingguo, Luowan and other towns have over 100,000 acres of this bamboo base. This kind of bamboo originates from Daping Township, Yuanling County, Hunan Province.

4. Hard-headed springs

Cluster type, the stalks are tall, straight, hard, thick and small in space, so they are mostly used as building materials. They are used in rural areas for load-bearing, lifting and lifting things. Planting volume is small.

5. Spotted Bamboo

Also known as Xiangfei Bamboo, it is a scattered type with tall, straight and straight stalks, large diameter and hard texture. There are brown spots on the surface of the bamboo. It is said that it is the two of Emperor Yao. It was formed by the tears of a daughter's husband spilling on it, hence the name "Bamboo". This kind of bamboo is mostly used as building materials and can also be made into strips for weaving. In ancient times, the ropes used to pull boats were mostly made of bamboo strips. Its characteristics are that it is not easily corroded by water, is lightweight, and has strong pulling force. The planting volume of Qingshen is not large. Mainly produced in the Xiangshui Basin of Hunan.

6. Nanzhu

Also known as moso bamboo, it is the representative of scattered bamboo. The stems are tall, straight and hard. The diameter is about 20 centimeters, which is a good material for construction; bamboo heads are a good material for carving handicrafts; bamboo shoots are the best dish, called "Yunnan slices". Qingshen is planted in Zhongyan Temple, Deyun Temple and other places. It is abundant in Changning, Sichuan, Chishui, Guizhou, Jiangxi, Zhejiang, Hunan and other places.

7. Phoebe thorns

A kind of Phoebe genus, named after the hard "thorns" on the stems and branches. Cluster type, tall and straight stalks, tall and thick (more than 10 cm in diameter), thick flesh, small hollows, hairless bamboo shoots and few leaves. Mostly used in building materials. A small amount of it is planted in Qingshen Bamboo Art City, Tianmiao and other places.

8. Water bamboo

Scattered type, with slender, hard stalks shaped like steel pipes, sparse leaves, and strong bamboo toughness. It is mostly used as a material for making bamboo furniture. When grown in large pieces, it can be used as a papermaking material. There was once a patch of water bamboo in Qingshenluo Bay, which was called the "Bamboo Sea".

9. Black bamboo

Scattered type, is a rare bamboo species. It is named after the stalks and branches are both black; the outer shell of the shoot tip is reddish brown and will become useful after one year. It is the best material for making flutes and flutes. Qingshen is rare in some places.

10. White powdery bamboo

It is a cluster type, belonging to the genus Bamboo, with long stalk nodes and a shape like "Kitty". It is named after a thin layer of white powder on the surface of the bamboo stalk.

The ornamental bamboos introduced in Qingshen "Bamboo Art City" include:

11. Luohan bamboo

Cluster type, with short stalks and large heads. The upper body is small, and the head sections are like "Arhat" with a protruding belly, hence the name. Can be used as craft materials.

12. Qinsi Bamboo

Cluster type, some tall, some short, the surface of the stalk is light yellow, with green thick and thin alternating lines on it, shaped like "Qinsi Bamboo" "And it got its name.

13. Phoenix tail bamboo

It is a cluster type, with thin and short stems, very small branches and leaves, and is shaped like a Phoenix tail, hence its name.

14. Square bamboo

Mixed type, named after the bamboo stalks are approximately square. The surface is light yellow, and there is a circle of small thorns on the joints, so it is also called "thorny bamboo". Can be used for craft processing materials. This bamboo is a rare type of bamboo. There is a precious "square bamboo" in Fengli Village, Chayang Township, Tuorong County, Fujian Province.

15. Brown bamboo

Mixed type, its trunk is like bamboo but not bamboo, black with skin, solid heart, and white bristles in the flesh.

16. Dou Li Bamboo

Mixed type, with thin, straight, hard stalks, wide leaves, and strong reproductive capacity. In ancient times, the stalks were used to make arrow stalks. Qingshen people often put the leaves in bamboo hats to protect them from rain or sun, hence the name "bamboo hat".