Baobab
Scientific species: Adansonia digitata
Country: Kenya
CO2: -3000Kg
Meaning: Life
Baobab Tree
What kind of tree is it?
The baobab is an indigenous tree of Madagascar and widespread throughout Africa. Well-known for its imposing presence, consider that the tree’s diameter can reach a width of 10 meters. Considered the social hub of villages, the baobab’s shade hosts markets, meetings, dances, and games. It’s planted in to assist with the recovery of natural forests.
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More information on Baobab
Local Uses
Medicine
Its leaves, roots, bark and/or fruits are used in traditional medicine.
Biodiversity
It helps restocking various animal species, thus helping the variety of fauna and flora overall.
Consumption and sales
Its fruits, seeds and/or leaves are used as food in the farmers’ families or are sold on local markets.
Benifits
Food security
4/10
Economic development
2/10
CO2 Absorption
10/10
Environmental protection
9/10
CO2 Absorbed
By planting this Baobab tree, you will offset
3000 KG of CO2
equal to that produced by 176kg of Steak**
CO2 compensation period
0 years/100 years**
Average annual compensation
300.00Kg
* Data provided by Google Public Data.
** The tree will continue to absorb CO2 even after the tenth year. Therefore this is a prudent estimate.
Meaning
Life
A magical and timeless tree: in African folklore it’s called the “Tree of Life” for its longevity.
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