Cultural Story
Bamboo Green
Bamboo Green comes from the skin of fresh bamboo. In Chinese culture, bamboo is one of the "Four Gentlemen," symbolizing nobility, modesty, and resilience. Su Shi's famous line "Rather eat without meat than live without bamboo" captures scholars' love for bamboo.
Origin
Blue-green from bamboo leaf extract or copper minerals.
Symbolism
Bamboo Green symbolizes integrity, modesty, and unyielding resilience.
Historical Origin
Bamboo Green as a color name first appeared in the Song Dynasty. Bamboo has been used in China for over 3,000 years.
Traditional Applications
Painting
Textile
Craft
Related Poems
宁可食无肉，不可居无竹。