Tag: Origins

  • Tracing the Ancient Roots of Baobabs: Africa’s Endangered “Tree of Life”

    Tracing the Ancient Roots of Baobabs: Africa’s Endangered “Tree of Life”

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    Blacc Theddi

    Baobab trees, often hailed as the tree of life, have recently revealed their ancient origins through groundbreaking DNA studies. These majestic trees, celebrated for their unique shapes and remarkable longevity, have roots that stretch back to Madagascar some 21 million years ago. This discovery not only illuminates the baobabs’ evolutionary…