Zanzibar's Trees: The Baobab

🧐 What does the baobab... - Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)

The Amazing Baobab Tree

This tree is called the baobab tree and it is native to Africa The fruit from the tree is where the oil comes from It has been used for centuries for medicinal and cosmetic properties. Pure baobab oil coagulates when it is cold just like coconut oil does in winter. Place it in warm water to liquify it, warm oil penetrates the 1st layer of the skin better. Baobab oil promotes collagen, reduces inflammation and hydrates dry skin. It’s also great for your hair and body too #baobaboil #baobabtree #o

Baobab trees in #madagascar also known as the “tree of life” live to be over 2500 years old & have been around since the time of dinosaurs 🌳🦖 🎥 @uncleofplants #baobabtree #treeoflife #africa #thenaturefoundation #tnf #conservation #nature #photography #wildlifephotography #natureshots #naturegram | The Nature Foundation

African baobab leaves are valued for their nutritional and medicinal properties. But over-harvesting threatens the trees. An initiative is raising awareness and planting new seedlings. | DW Africa