>Unlike wood, bamboo has no rays or knots, allowing it to withstand more stress throughout the length of each stalk.
>Bamboo’s sectional anatomy, both as a cane and on a microscopic fiber level, enhances its structural integrity.
>The high silica content in bamboo fibers means the material cannot be digested by termites.
>Bamboo contains different chemical extractives than hardwood, which make it better suited for gluing.