China
bamboo stems

BAMBOO

Bambusa sp.
Joints
Beauty

Bamboo stem, Bambusa vulgaris or Bambusa bambos, rich in fiber, minerals and antioxidants, support joints, digestion and intestinal balance.

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Our references

bamboo stems
Plant extract

>= 70,0 % Silica

Jeune Pousse

bamboo stems
Plant extract

>40,0% silice

Jeune Pousse

Regulations
and analysis

Identification: TLC

No data on traditional use

Plant bylaw file
Jeune pousse de bambou

Detailed description

Bamboo, Bambusa vulgaris or Bambusa bambos, a member of the Poaceae family, is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. Young bamboo shoots have been consumed for centuries in Asia, and are now recognized for their nutritional and functional properties.

Rich in dietary fiber, phenolic compounds, flavonoids and phytosterols, bamboo stem help support digestion and balance the intestinal microbiota. These bioactive components also help protect cells against oxidative stress.

Young stem are also rich in minerals such as potassium, calcium and magnesium, contributing to the body’s hydromineral balance. In addition, it contains silica, which contributes to the formation and functioning of cartilage.

Thanks to their multiple benefits, bamboo shoots are used in formulations designed to support joints, healthy digestion and natural defenses.