Berchemia discolor, also known as the Bird Plum, is a native tree of southern and eastern Africa that thrives in the savanna and along riverbanks. Well adapted to dry environments, it has become an important species in the ecosystems where it grows. For centuries, it has also been closely connected to local communities, valued for its fruit, strong wood, and the role it plays in the natural landscape. Trees like this show how deeply nature, wildlife, and people are connected. 🌍 You can plant a Bird Plum directly through the link below! 👇 eu1.hubs.ly/H0ssKmq0 #TreeFactTuesday #NatureFacts #Biodiversity #Reforestation #TreeNation

#DYK that leaves are nature's solar panels? They capture sunlight through photosynthesis and use that energy to convert carbon dioxide and water from the atmosphere into glucose and oxygen. This gives plants their food and gives us fresh oxygen to breathe! #TreeFactTuesday

#DYK that although owls can live in various habitats, the most common is trees? Many species of owls prefer to nest in cavities of large coniferous trees, as they can provide year-round habitat and protection from predators.🦉🌲 #TreeFactTuesday

#DYK that Ontario has approximately 85 native tree species? From coniferous to broad-leaved trees, they can be found across the province's four forest regions: the Hudson Bay lowlands, the boreal forest, the Great Lakes-St Lawrence forest & the deciduous forest. #TreeFactTuesday

#DYK that Black Spruce is the most common tree in Ontario? This species is primarily found in the boreal forest but has spread its roots throughout the province. Black Spruce trees are easy to identify when young because their cones are a distinct purple colour. #TreeFactTuesday

#DYK that branches do not move up as a tree grows? The source of new branch growth is at the top of the tree. Very often, trees will drop lower branches as they grow taller and as the lower branches get shaded out by the bigger, newer branches above. #TreeFactTuesday

#DYK that tree discs can tell you more about a tree than just its age? They can also tell you about its life history and can be used to ascertain the surrounding area's history. For example, a very narrow growth ring can mark the last drought. #TreeFactTuesday

It’s #TreeFactTuesday! 🌲 Did you know this fact? #TEAMTREES

Coming at you with another #TreeFactTuesday! Do you know the answer, #TEAMTREES? Drop your guess in the comments and stay tuned to find out tomorrow! 👀

The Forest of Dean is a region of ancient woodlands, inhabited since prehistoric times, mined by the Romans for iron ore, and used as a royal hunting ground by the Tudors. Have you ever been? 🎥: @botanicalengland on TikTok #TEAMTREES #TreeFactTuesday

Just FYI ... the rings of a tree explained. Thank you to @arborday for the #TreeFactTuesday

We’re bringing a whole new meaning to “Lord of the Rings” on this #TreeFactTuesday thanks to this epic fact from @arborday! Did you know that the different rings represent different seasons? 🌱 #TEAMTREES

Here’s some tropical forest knowledge for you on this #TreeFactTuesday! 🌳 What’s something from this video that blew your mind? 🎥: @minuteearth on TikTok #TEAMTREES

The average tree takes several decades to reach maturity. It's a slow process - but one that's well worth the wait! 🌱➡️🌳 What do you want to know about the life cycle of trees, #TEAMTREES? Let us know your questions in the comments and we'll answer them for #TreeFactTuesday!

It's our favorite day of the week! Happy #TreeFactTuesday, #TEAMTREES. 💚 Drop your best guess in the comments, then stay tuned tomorrow for the answer!

It's time for another #TreeFactTuesday, #TEAMTREES! Drop your guesses in the comments we'll announce the answer tomorrow! 🌳 🐿

Happy #TreeFactTuesday, #TEAMTREES! Drop your guesses in the comments we'll announce the answer tomorrow! 🌳

It's #TreeFactTuesday here at #TEAMTREES🌲 Drop your guess in the comments!

#TreeFactTuesday 1 light ring 1 dark ring = 1️ year of a tree’s life. Light-colored rings represent wood that grew in the spring and early summer, while the dark rings represent wood that grew in the late summer and fall.

It's #treefacttuesday 🌳 The Horse Chestnut - are the very essence of autumn with young and old playing conkers! Living for up to 300 years, chestnut trees can grow to around 40m #horsechestnut