Waterwheels made of bamboo scoop water in to bamboo troughs which deliver water to more bamboo. Farmers make their homes out of bamboo, make pens to house their animals out of bamboo, and feed the animals bamboo. The farmers themselves make meals of bamboo in bamboo cookers and serve them on bamboo plates. To wash down their meal they then drink a fermented bamboo drink. Read on, there are many more uses. picked by narfpie 3 years ago tags bamboo uses construction food panda handicrafts.paper |
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you need : bamboo, epoxy and hemp fibers on all the joints, some bicycle parts, and to be smart picked by wildminou 2 years ago 2 comments edit related share arts |
Bamboo is still commonly used to create scaffolding for the construction of tall buildings in Asia. I guess workers compensation expects builders to wear parachutes. picked by ogri2003 2 years ago 2 comments edit related share world |
Scientists have identified seven new species of bamboo coral discovered thousands of feet below the ocean's surface, officials said Thursday. 0 comments edit related share scienceThe National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said the six of the seven species found off Hawaii may represent entirely new genera, calling it a "remarkable feat" given the broad classification a genus represents. picked by AutumnLotus 9 months ago |
If you happen to stroll along the coast of Fort Kochi in India you'll probably come face to face with rows of these enormous and complex bamboo contraptions, hanging over the water and resembling huge wooden insects. picked by AutumnLotus 1 year ago 1 comments edit related share plime.com |
When wildlife photographer Andy Rouse was told he would find a family of endangered gorillas high on the mountain, he did not expect to find them this high. 8 comments edit related share plime.comSitting back in the foliage as if it was a cocktail bar, the mountain gorillas had been gorging on alcoholic sap from fresh bamboo shoots and were looking distinctly the worse for wear. picked by AutumnLotus 8 months ago |
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Bike maker Craig Calfee has found a way to grow bicycle frames in a field, with sunlight and water. 1 comments edit related share sportsHe makes them out of bamboo. picked by Nateebiinature 1 year ago |
An energy drink called Cocaine has been pulled from stores nationwide amid concerns about its name, the company that produces it said Monday. 0 comments edit related share plime.comFollow up on this story. picked by AutumnLotus 3 years ago |
Hundreds of cases of an energy drink called Cocaine have been seized by the state, which accuses the Las Vegas company that produces it of not licensing it as required by law. picked by AutumnLotus 3 years ago 1 comments edit related share plime.com |
We all know that water is good for us, but often the reasons are a little fuzzy. And even if we know why we should drink water, it's not a habit that many people form. picked by maxriter 2 years ago 2 comments edit related share plime.com |
Drinking three or more cups of tea a day is as good for you as drinking plenty of water and may even have extra health benefits, say researchers. 2 comments edit related share plime.comTea not only rehydrates as well as water does, but it can also protect against heart disease and some cancers, UK nutritionists found. picked by AutumnLotus 6 months ago |
Portable Pet Water Dish gives your favorite four-legged pal a welcome drink anywhere! picked by AutumnLotus 1 year ago 2 comments edit related share plime.com |
President Obama has enlisted the world’s leading powers to contribute $15 billion to help millions of the world’s poorest farmers grow enough food to feed themselves. 2 comments edit related share worldIf the assistance is delivered and is in fact mostly new money, it will constitute the largest international effort in decades to combat hunger. picked by Bingo 5 months ago |
Absinthe is a formerly banned spirit drink that is made with Artemisia absinthium (wormwood) and other herbs. Also known as la fée verte (the green fairy), absinthe was originally formulated during the 18th century by the French-born Dr. Pierre Ordinaire in Switzerland as a digestive tonic. During the 19th century absinthe became a very popular drink in France. Often associated with artists a... read full post picked by leopoldogolba 2 years ago 0 comments edit related share entertainment |
In fact, Drank is just the opposite, inspired by the hip-hop concoction made from codine cough syrup. 9 comments edit related share plime.comGee, I've been drinking an anti-energy drink for years... it's called beer. picked by tigertony 1 year ago |
The economic value of "special water" was first cultivated in Europe during the late 1700s when people began visiting natural springs to drink the water or bathe in it. Then in 1767, Jackson's spa in Boston began bottling their water. picked by AutumnLotus 3 years ago 2 comments edit related share plime.com |
For more than a quarter of a century, it had been nothing more than a clump of spiky leaves. Then the plant suddenly burst through the centre and grew and grew and grew, shooting up 25ft in a matter of weeks and bursting into yellow-green flowers. picked by AutumnLotus 1 year ago 14 comments edit related share plime.com |
Researchers at Granada University in Spain have come across a discovery that will undoubtedly please athletes and sports enthusiasts - a pint of beer post-workout or match is better at rehydrating the human body than water. 2 comments edit related share science*DEP already knew this* picked by bornbad 6 months ago |