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Precious Mwesigwa 2021-06-26 19:11:37 Oxytenanthera abyssinica
Oxytenanthera abyssinica also known as lowland bamboo is a drought-resistant species of bamboo that grows in savanna woodland and in semi arid wooded grassland. It mainly grows in Ethiopia, Southern Zimbabwe and Western Senegal.
Oxytenanthera Abyssinica grows up to 13m in height and 10cm in diameter with blue-green leaves.
HABITAT
It grows in Savanna woodland usually in river valleys and can also grow on very poor soils. Therefore, it can grow in dry and moist zones.
USES
Due to its growth conditions, its big stems are normally used for building purposes, furniture, beds and its small stems can be used for pipes and arrow shafts.