Are Arundinaria Faberi and Dendrocalamus Giganteus in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Poaceae.

Can you substitute Arundinaria Faberi for Dendrocalamus Giganteus?

They share the Poaceae family, so they can sometimes substitute in recipes — with notable differences in aroma.

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Arundinaria Faberi vs Dendrocalamus Giganteus

Arundinaria faberi · Dendrocalamus giganteus

Arundinaria Faberi

Arundinaria faberi

T Traditional Use

Family: Poaceae
Genus: Arundinaria
Primary use: medicinal

Dendrocalamus Giganteus

Dendrocalamus giganteus

T Traditional Use

Family: Poaceae
Genus: Dendrocalamus
Primary use: medicinal

Dendrocalamus giganteus, commonly known as giant bamboo, is a giant tropical and subtropical, dense-clumping species native to Southeast Asia. It is one of the largest bamboo species in the world.

At a glance

· Both in Poaceae, but different genera (Arundinaria vs Dendrocalamus).
· Both are primarily medicinal.
· Evidence tiers — Arundinaria Faberi: T; Dendrocalamus Giganteus: T.