Tag: Agroforestry

According to numerous studies, extracts from *Parkinsonia aculeata* exhibit potent antimicrobial and antioxidant activities, stemming from its rich phytochemical profile. The tree offers a wide array of medicinal, ecological, and practical benefits, making it a valuable species in various fields.

Leucaena, a fast-growing leguminous tree, is prized as a high-protein forage in tropical and subtropical regions, but its extensive use is limited by anti-nutritional factors. The primary threat comes from the toxic amino acid mimosine and its breakdown product, 3,4-DHP.

In the early 1900s, an imported fungus caused a blight that wiped out over four billion American chestnut trees within a few decades. This catastrophic event fundamentally reshaped the eastern US forests and led to the functional extinction of the once-dominant American chestnut tree.

In Nigeria, particularly among the Igbo people, the African breadfruit is a highly prized delicacy known as 'ukwa' and is the star ingredient in many celebratory dishes. This versatile crop is used for much more than just food, serving traditional medicinal purposes, and providing valuable resources for construction and reforestation.