Is Bamboo the fastest-growing plant on Earth?
The Earth’s fastest-growing plant is Bamboo. The plant has been timed rising skyward up to 47.6 inches (121 cm) in one 24-hour period of time. Bamboo’s growth rate has reached a maximal growth rate exceeding 40 inches (one meter) per hour for short time periods. Environmentally friendly bamboo is a fast growing natural resource that is quickly replenishable and does not strip natural resources. • Is it common for people to experience allergic reactions to bamboo fibers? It is uncommon for people to be allergic to bamboo fibers if they are not allergic to other natural fibers like hemp or wool. There are no sharp burs and are naturally smooth with little chemical treatment to irritate when put into contact with human skin. Normally it is not necessary to use pesticides and herbicides in the growth process of bamboo. • Is bamboo fabric comfortable? Yes, it is very soft and extremely comfortable for such things as clothing and mattress construction. • Does bamboo fabric wick away moisture
