Hi Glenn!

The type of bamboo that is most commonly grown in our country is the Bambusa blumeana Shultz or also known as the "Kawayan-tinik." Kawayan rapidly reproduces that it can be ready for harvest in 3 years. The spiny branches of this plant firmly hold strong winds, preventing the poles from breaking. These poles are almost solid at the base, thick-walled to the middle portion and can reach a diameter of 15 cm that is why it can arrest soil erosion, stabilize riverbanks, and improve the environment.

Here are some links about bamboo that can help:
Bamboo Growing and Propagation, Bamboo Propagation and Management, Productivity of kawayan tinik plantation can be improved, experts say