Baobab
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Baobab
Adansonia
Baobabs are unique trees with thick trunks that can store water. They are found in hot, dry regions and have beautiful white flowers that bloom at night.
Habitat: Desert
Appearance
The Baobab has a massively swollen, bottle-shaped trunk with smooth, grey bark, supporting a sparse crown of short, stubby branches. Its unique silhouette often makes it look like it's growing upside down, with roots reaching skyward, especially when leafless.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaFamilyBombacaceaeGenusBaobab
Category
TreesRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Baobab fruit, called 'monkey bread,' has more Vitamin C than oranges!
Its tough bark is used to make ropes, baskets, paper, and even waterproof cloth.
Many cultures call Baobab the 'Tree of Life,' believing it has magical powers.
People have built pubs, shops, and even prisons inside giant baobab trunks!
Special abilities
Ability
Leaf Dropper
Baobab can shed its leaves during dry seasons, saving precious water when there's not enough to go around.
Ability
Night Blossom
Baobab has large, white flowers that open at night, attracting bats to help them spread their pollen.
Ability
Resurrection Power
Baobab can regrow from damaged parts, even after being badly scarred by elephants or fire.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 5-30 m
- Canopy Spread
- 10-30 m
- Edible
- Yes
- Trunk Diameter
- 500-1500 cm
- Lifespan
- 500-2000 years
- Fruit Type
- Capsule
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
Ecological connections
pollinates
Straw-coloured Fruit Bat
Eidolon helvum
visits flowers for nectar at night
eats
African Elephant
Loxodonta africana
strips bark and eats leaves/fruit
shelters
Ring-necked Dove
Streptopelia capicola
nests in branches or hollows
depends on
Yellow Baboon
Papio cynocephalus
eats its nutritious fruit pulp
Traits
Broadleaf Tree
Broadleaf trees are angiosperms characterized by flat, wide leaves that are typically shed annually in temperate climates.
Fruit Bearing
Fruit-bearing plants produce fruits, which are the mature ovaries of flowering plants containing seeds.
Night Blooming
Night blooming plants open their flowers after sunset, often to attract nocturnal pollinators with their scent and appearance.
Drought Tolerant
Drought-tolerant plants can survive and flourish in conditions with limited water availability.
Desert
Desert habitats are arid regions characterized by extremely low precipitation and often extreme temperatures, supporting specialized flora and fauna.
Ancient Lineage
This trait signifies organisms belonging to a very old evolutionary group with ancestors dating back millions of years.
Longevous
This trait characterizes organisms with an exceptionally long lifespan compared to others of their kind.
Giant
Giant describes organisms or objects of significantly larger size than average for their species or type.
Also known as
Bottle TreeMonkey Bread TreeTree of Life
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Avoid climbing or playing near baobab trees to stay safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Baobab?
5-30 m
How wide does Baobab spread?
10-30 m
Is Baobab edible?
Yes
How big is Baobab?
500-1500 cm
How long does Baobab live?
500-2000 years
Where is Baobab usually found?
Desert
What kind of fruit does Baobab produce?
Capsule
How fast does Baobab grow?
Slow
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