Bamboo

It's in everything! Houses and buildings are made of bamboo, because it is pretty abundant and turns out to be quite strong. Varying types of bamboo are stronger or taller, so one can get pretty creative with what they choose to design. I've always imagined bamboo to be pretty flimsy compared to other woods, but apparently it can create a strong structure along with a really beautiful, authentic Thai design. In my Art and Architecture class, we learned that bamboo is used cool roof structures and gates.  One of my favorite foods here is sticky rice inside of a bamboo shoot, and I'm also a big fan of bamboo in my noodle soups. It grows so well, so I'd like to plant some (in a contained area so it doesn't take over) when I get back home.