Gigantochloa apus, also known as Tali Bamboo or String Bamboo, is a medium-sized, thick-walled bamboo species native to Java, Indonesia. This strong, construction-grade bamboo is often used for scaffolding and as a building material for bridges.
Features
- Tali bamboo poles are fairly straight, with a slight taper.
- Compared to other bamboo species, Tali bamboo poles have a porous outer layer, which makes it easy to apply paints or varnishes if desired. No scraping or sanding is needed.
- Gigantochloa apus is a medium-sized, very strong and durable bamboo species. The strength properties of this species were tested in an air-dry state (MC 15,1%) and yielded the following results. Average MOR: 87,5 N/mm², maximum crushing stress ranges between 27,29 – 48,64 kN/mm². Average tensile strength was 298,9 kN/mm². Average shear strength ranged between 7,47 – 7,65 kN/mm².
- These bamboo poles are treated with boron to prevent possible powder-post attacks following beetle infestation.
Common Uses
- The economically most important bamboo in Java, especially in the handicraft and furniture industries.
- Tali bamboo is widely used for building materials, such as roofing, scaffolding, bridges, walls, fences, etc.
- Gigantochloa apus is called Tali Bamboo by most Indonesians (‘Tali’ means rope), because it is an excellent bamboo for making strong strips with flexible skin.
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