Dinochloa scandens is a unique and lesser-known bamboo species native to Southeast Asia, particularly found in tropical regions of Malaysia and Indonesia. It is a climbing, or scrambling, bamboo species, which differentiates it from many other bamboo types that grow as clumping or running bamboos. Dinochloa scandens is characterized by its slender, flexible stems that allow it to grow as a vine-like bamboo, often climbing trees or other vegetation in its natural habitat. The plant can reach impressive lengths of up to 30 meters, but its growth is more horizontal and climbing compared to more upright species.
 
The culms of Dinochloa scandens are typically green when young, becoming slightly reddish or purplish as they mature. These stems are relatively thin, usually measuring between 0,9 to 2 cm in diameter, but they are flexible and strong enough to support the plant's climbing habit. The bamboo has a delicate, graceful appearance, with long, narrow leaves that add to its ornamental value. The leaves are light green and often have a fine, feathery texture that provides a soft, airy canopy, making it suitable for decorative landscaping in tropical gardens.
 
While Dinochloa scandens is not as commonly used for construction purposes as other bamboo species, it has value in niche applications. Its flexible stems are occasionally used for lightweight materials, crafts, and small-scale furniture. The bamboo’s ability to climb and spread across large areas makes it useful in creating natural-looking trellises or in supporting larger plants in gardens or eco-friendly structures.