Plant Trees...

Have you ever see trees and wondered about what they actually represent and their benefits to us and the ecosystem at large. Some of us believed or see trees as just normal natural resources around us with absolutely no special value attached to them, but it might interest you to know that trees hold such great value and is even essential contributor to the survival of mankind. Trees are good and highly beneficial to mankind. God gave us different kinds of trees for food and health purposes. Trees are also used for building construction. Due to the increase in our population, many people have ignorantly cut off trees that are supposed to benefit us. This has limited the benefits we are enjoying from tree resources, hence the need to replace them by planting another trees, also known as afforestation.

Have you ever wondered the benefits that trees give, some of the benefits of trees include:

1. THEY GIVE OXYGEN TO HUMAN: Studies have revealed trees as one of the source or provider of oxygen to humans. Trees emit oxygen which is needed for the survival of human beings because we can't do without oxygen. Yet, it's funny how people cut down trees without any alternative like planting another ones. Trees are essential in the provision of oxygen. Cutting them down without replacing them is like bringing gradual doom to the existence of mankind.

2. THEY PROVIDE FOOD, PROTECTION AND HOMES FOR BIRDS AND MAMMALS: Some animals like birds, monkeys use the trees as a home and resting place. While human beings build their beautiful homes and sleep in it, some of these animals actually don't have any home except the trees.

Apart from the acomodation the trees provides, trees also provide food for animals and even human beings. Trees bearing fruits serve as food for birds and other animals. Trees also provides protection for animals. Sometimes weak animals hide on trees to hide themselves from other animals that may want to prey on them.

3. THEY SERVE AS SOURCE OF HERBS FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION: Trees are excellent giver of herbs that contribute positively to the health of humans. Especially in African countries, herbs are derived from trees and plants which are used to treat several ailments that disturb humans.

4. THEY OFFER COOLING SHADES IN OUR HOMES. Trees provides fresh air and cooling shades necessary for a conducive environment. Cooling shades will reduce the presence of heat in our homes as a result of the presence of trees. With more trees, more coolness and less heat.

5. THEY HELP IN REMOVING CARBON DIOXIDE FROM THE AIR, STORING CARBON IN THE SOIL. Trees are excellent in absorbing carbon dioxide that is harmful to humans. They absorb it and emit oxygen to the air and the environment.

6. They also add beauties and grace to our homes and community. Have you ever seen a house decorated with trees? They always look beautiful and amazing because trees are naturally beautiful and they add beauty to our homes too.