Schizostachyum brachycladum Kurz is an evergreen rhizomatous species of bamboo12. It is also known as Melocanna brachyclada Kurz2. The culms are erect, straight, 10 - 15 metres long and 60 - 80mm in diameter2. The stems are cylindrical, close together, erect, curved only at the apex, 6-13 m tall and of 5-10 cm of diameter, of green or bluish green colour with thin longitudinal darker occasional stripes, waxy white under the nodes1.

English - Sacred Bali Bamboo
Malayalam - Valiya Mungil
Hindi - Vishaal Baans
Bengali - Boro Baansh
Tamil - Magizhvan Munkil
Telugu - Mettha Baambu
Kannada - Dodda Bambu
Marathi - Vishaal Baambu
Gujarati - Moti Vaans

• Anti-Inflammatory and Analgesic Properties: Certain bamboo species, including Schizostachyum brachycladum, are believed to possess anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. Bamboo extracts or preparations have been used in traditional medicine to alleviate pain and inflammation.
• Antioxidant Benefits: Bamboo shoots, which can be harvested from Schizostachyum brachycladum, are considered a source of antioxidants. Antioxidants help neutralize harmful free radicals in the body, potentially contributing to overall health and well-being.
• Digestive Health: Bamboo shoots are consumed as a vegetable in some cuisines and are thought to have digestive benefits. They are known for their high fiber content, which may promote healthy digestion.
• Skin Health: Bamboo extracts are used in certain cosmetic and skincare products due to their potential moisturizing and soothing properties. They may help improve skin texture and hydration.
• Wound Healing: In some traditional practices, bamboo leaves or extracts have been applied topically to wounds to aid in healing and prevent infection.