Adansonia
Adansonia Adansonia
Adansonia (pronunciation: /ædænˈsoʊniə/), commonly known as the baobab, is a genus of deciduous trees, known for their large trunk and high water storage capacity. The genus was named after Michel Adanson, a French botanist and naturalist.
Etymology
The term Adansonia is derived from the name of French botanist Michel Adanson, who is credited with describing the Baobab tree during his study of the flora and fauna of Senegal in the mid-18th century.
Description
Adansonia trees, also known as Baobab trees, are among the most distinctive trees in the world due to their unusual, massive trunk, which can reach diameters of 7 to 11 meters (23 to 36 ft). They are known for their ability to store large amounts of water within their trunk, which allows them to survive in arid environments.
Species
There are nine known species of Adansonia. Six species are native to Madagascar, two are native to mainland Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, and one is native to Australia.
- Adansonia digitata
- Adansonia grandidieri
- Adansonia gregorii
- Adansonia madagascariensis
- Adansonia perrieri
- Adansonia rubrostipa
- Adansonia suarezensis
- Adansonia za
Uses
Adansonia trees have various uses. Their fruit, known as Baobab fruit, is rich in vitamin C and can be eaten fresh or used in cooking. The bark of the tree can be used to make rope and cloth, while the leaves can be used as a condiment or medicine.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Adansonia
- Wikipedia's article - Adansonia
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