2025-16061Notice

CDC Frees Lucky Bamboo: No More Soggy Import Embargoes!

Published Date: 8/22/2025

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Summary

Good news for plant lovers and importers! The CDC just lifted the ban on bringing Lucky Bamboo in standing water into the U.S. This means you can now import these lucky plants without extra hassle, starting right now—no extra fees or delays involved.

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Embargo on Lucky Bamboo Lifted

The CDC has rescinded its embargo on importing Dracaena (Lucky Bamboo) shipped in standing water. The original embargo was issued July 10, 2001, and the rescission is effective immediately, removing the federal import restriction for these shipments.

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8/22/2025

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