A significant portion of the longest-lived creatures on Earth are plants, especially trees. Baobab trees, one of these tree species, have long attracted the attention of scientists due to their ability to live for thousands of years and their subspecies that can reach very wide geographical areas. It’s mysterious of the “tree of life” secret revealed.

According to DNA research, these trees are from today 21 million years ago Today Madagascar It originated in the region we know. The seeds of these trees, which grew and developed on the island and could live for three thousand years, reached Australia and the African mainland via ocean currents and turned into different species.

The tree of life is almost extinct

Baobab trees, called the tree of life or upside-down trees because of their shape, are closer to extinction than ever before, according to researchers. That is why they call on the authorities to protect these trees. As for the subject, from the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, England. Dr. Ilia Leitech, “We have identified the origin of baobabs, an important species that supports a wide range of animal and plant species and people.” he said.

Researchers examined eight baobab species. Six of these came from Madagascar, one from northwestern Australia and one from Africa. This species was a common species found quite commonly in Africa. Researchers have called for greater efforts to conserve two endangered species. suitcases can collect a lot of water The fruits of these trees are highly nutritious and their trunks produce fiber for making rope and clothing.