Bambusa Vulgaris is a species of bamboo that is native to Asia and has a variety of different names in different languages. Some synonyms for Bambusa Vulgaris include the vernacular names giant bamboo, dragon bamboo, and buluh betung in Indonesian. In Chinese and Vietnamese, it is often called Mao Zhu, and in Japanese, it is known as Take. Bambusa Vulgaris is known for its fast growth and strong, durable stalks that make it a popular material for construction and furniture. Despite being called giant bamboo, Bambusa Vulgaris is actually a medium-sized species that can reach up to 20 meters tall.