Baobab Adansonia digitata

Baobab Adansonia digitata The Baobab a tree with character second to none Baobab: The Tree of Life The Baobab is called the Tree of Life with good reason. It is capable of providing shelter, food and water for the animal and human inhabitants of the African savannah regions. The cork-like bark is fire resistant and is used for cloth and rope. The leaves are used for condiments and medicines. The fruit, called "monkey bread", is rich in vitamin C and is eaten. The tree is capable of storing hundreds of litres of water, which is tapped in dry periods. Mature trees are frequently hollow, providing living space for numerous animals and humans alike. Trees are even used as bars, barns and more. The Baobab also features as the Tree of Life in Disney's "Lion King", and is the centrepiece in Disney's Animal Kingdom. Radio-carbon dating has measured that age of some Baobab trees at over 2,000 years old. Fast growing tree here in South Florida they can grow at a rate of ten feet a year. You can now own this magnificence tree for your own. We grow them in seven gallon containers about 8 feet tall. call show contact info or show contact info For more information. Please note we do not ship these trees you must visit the nursery for pick up.