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Few trees have such a fitting name as does the Shepherd Tree. Both the Latin species name Boscia albitrunca and the Afrikaans name Witgatboom refer to the conspicuous white trunk. The English name also aptly describes this tree whose green canopy often stands out in the arid environments in which it thrives. The particular subspecies … Continued
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What is desertification? It is not specifically the expansion of existing deserts. Rather, it refers to the degradation of dry-land ecosystems caused primarily by human overexploitation, overgrazing, inappropriate water extraction and climactic variations such as declines in rainfall. Why should we care? The arid, semi-arid and dry sub-humid areas of the planet cover 42% of … Continued
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Also known as Pork Bush or Elephant’s Food, this indigenous evergreen is an environmental miracle worker, with the potential to tackle carbon emissions like no other plant can. Whether you’re a succulent fan or have yet to hear about this magnificent tree, here are 5 things you probably didn’t know about this wonder plant. 1. Spekboom is … Continued
