Plastic takes over 1000 years to decompose - ergo, every plastic product ever thrown away is still there on the planet somewhere, choking landfills or oceans. Bamboo, on the other hand, takes anywhere from a few months to about 5 years to decompose, depending on ambient conditions. It can grow on degraded lands, and is among the fastest growing plants in the world (some species growing as fast as 36 in within 24 hours). 2 Bamboo Reusable straws with Sisal Fiber cleaner. Packaging: Made with Recycled waste paper. Durable, washable and with anti-fungal treatment.