What does the cryptic crossword clue "In leaving child, love hollow stuff (6)" mean?

The definition is "hollow stuff". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). BAMBOO (synonym of "In leaving child, love"); definition: "hollow stuff" The answer is BAMBOO.

In leaving child, love hollow stuff (6)

Guardian Cryptic #27284 | 3 Down | 2017-08-24 flower

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