What is Bamboo?
Bamboos are a diverse group of mostly evergreen perennial flowering plants making up the subfamily Bambusoideae of the grass family Poaceae.
Where To Buy Bamboo In Uganda?
Divine Bamboo Group Ltd
Address: Plot 1 Bulabira Rd, Najjera, Uganda
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5 pm
Phone: +256 702 902233
Bamboo Uganda
Address: Off Kampala-Jinja Expy, Kiyoola, Uganda
Areas served: Kampala
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5:30 pm
Phone: +256 779 409455
How much is bamboo seedling in Uganda?
Bamboo seedlings cost on average Shs5,000, 200 seedlings are suited to cater for an acre.
How long does bamboo take to grow in Uganda?
He has told us that once you plant bamboo, you can start harvesting after three to four years.
This harvesting goes on for the next 50 years and even more,” Kariuki said.
What is bamboo used for in Uganda?
Bamboo produces excellent fibre for making paper and high value clothing fabrics. Young Bamboo shoots from certain species make excellent delicacies.
In Uganda, The Gishu enjoy bamboo shoots, popularly known as ‘Kameela’ or ‘Malawah’ as a traditional delicacy.
What type of bamboo is in Uganda?
Langoya said Uganda already has two types of bamboo. These are the highland bamboo found in mountainous regions
like on Mt Elgon, Kisoro, Kabale, Mgahinga, and Rwenzori areas; and the lowland bamboo is mainly found in northern Uganda and West Nile.