This document summarizes research on the bamboo species Dendrocalamus stocksii and its potential for use in tropical homegardens. D. stocksii is found naturally in peninsular India and has been domesticated in the Konkan belt region. It has a variety of uses including for agricultural tools, construction, and handicrafts. Research identified 12 populations of D. stocksii along the central western ghats with variation in morphological traits like culm production. The species shows potential for integration into homegardens and agroforestry systems. It provides economic and nutritional benefits to local communities and has a strong cultural role similar to other major horticultural crops in the region. Further research and trials
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