The Book of BambooA catalog of the great variety of uses to which the lightweight yet sturdy plant has been put is accompanied by a guide to its cultivation, harvesting, folklore, and history. |
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Bamboo morning in the evening landDesigning designersCulture doctor | 9 |
TEMPERATE AND TROPICAL156 | 156 |
Crackjaw namesTemperate BamboosArundinariaChimonobambusa | 202 |
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