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The vanilla planifolia, a type of vanilla orchid, is the primary source of vanilla flavoring
The weeping willow tree's long branches create a cascading and graceful appearance
The oleander tree, although toxic, is cultivated for its attractive, fragrant flowers
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The Persian silk tree, also known as mimosa, has fluffy pink flowers
The jacaranda tree's wood is durable and resistant to decay, making it suitable for outdoor use
The olive tree's silver-green leaves contribute to its characteristic appearance
The mimosa tree is sometimes called the "silk tree" due to its silky pink flowers
The xanthoceras sorbifolium, or yellowhorn, produces clusters of yellow flowers
The quince tree's fruit is used in the production of a traditional alcoholic drink called quince liqueur
The red cedar tree is aromatic, with a scent that is often used in cedarwood oil
The kapok tree is ecologically important, providing habitat for various bird species
The sour cherry tree produces tart cherries, commonly used in baking and preserves
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The tea olive tree, known for its fragrant flowers, is often grown for ornamental purposes
Cypress trees are used in the production of essential oils, valued for their therapeutic properties
Magnolia grandiflora, or southern magnolia, has large, fragrant white flowers
The willow tree's branches are flexible and are often used in basketry and crafts
Olive trees are featured in various religious texts, symbolizing peace and abundance
The maple tree's wood is used for making musical instruments like violins and guitars
Cypress trees are associated with longevity, as some species can live for hundreds of years
I am back. Time for some facts about the contintent of Africa, a continent important from multiple aspects - geomorphological, cultural, biological, etc.
AFRICA FACTS
The human race is of African origin. The oldest known skeletal remains of anatomically modern humans (or homo sapiens sapiens) were excavated at sites in East Africa. Human remains were discovered at Omo in Ethiopia that were dated at 195,000 years old, the oldest known in the world.
AFRICA FACTS
Skeletons of pre-humans have been found in Africa that date back between 4 and 5 million years. The oldest known ancestral type of humanity is thought to have been the australopithecus ramidus, who lived at least 4.4 million years ago.
Bamboo trees have a high growth rate, reaching maturity in just a few years
AFRICA FACTS
Africans were the first to organise fishing expeditions 90,000 years ago. At Katanda, a region in northeastern Zaïre (now Congo), was recovered a finely wrought series of harpoon points, all elaborately polished and barbed. Also uncovered was a tool, equally well crafted, believed to be a dagger. The discoveries suggested the existence of an early aquatic or fishing based culture.
Ginkgo trees are often planted in urban areas for their tolerance to pollution and adaptability
AFRICA FACTS
Africans were the first to engage in mining 43,000 years ago. In 1964 a hematite mine was found in Swaziland at Bomvu Ridge in the Ngwenya mountain range. Ultimately 300,000 artefacts were recovered including thousands of stone-made mining tools. Adrian Boshier, one of the archaeologists on the site, dated the mine to a staggering 43,200 years old.
AFRICA FACTS
Africans pioneered basic arithmetic 25,000 years ago. The Ishango bone is a tool handle with notches carved into it found in the Ishango region of Zaïre (now called Congo) near Lake Edward. The bone tool was originally thought to have been over 8,000 years old, but a more sensitive recent dating has given dates of 25,000 years old. On the tool are 3 rows of notches. Row 1 shows three notches carved next to six, four carved next to eight, ten carved next to two fives and finally a seven. The 3 and 6, 4 and 8, and 10 and 5, represent the process of doubling. Row 2 shows eleven notches carved next to twenty-one notches, and nineteen notches carved next to nine notches. This represents 10 + 1, 20 + 1, 20 – 1 and 10 – 1. Finally, Row 3 shows eleven notches, thirteen notches, seventeen notches and nineteen notches. 11, 13, 17 and 19 are the prime numbers between 10 and 20.
The fir tree's needles are acidic, creating an inhospitable environment for some plants beneath it