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The coolest plants in the Amazon Rainforest
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Rubber Tree (Hevea brasiliensis) • Economically, the rubber tree is one of the most important trees in the Amazon rainforest for indigenous peoples. The rubber tree’s sap is latex, and it is still used today in the modern processing of rubber. The rubber tree can reach a height of up to 100 feet (30 m). The inner bark of the tree oozes latex when cut or damaged. It's quite a unique sight to see. Originally this plant was native to the Amazon rainforest, however seeds were eventually illegally smuggled to Southeast Asia where the tree successfully propagated. Orchids • The orchid flower is known as one of nature’s most exquisite flowers. They are also the largest family of flowers in the entire world (about 30,000 different species). Orchids grow in all shapes and sizes, and because of their adaptable nature, they grow in almost all climates around the world, except cold! Orchids, like many flowers, depend on insects and birds for pollination. The conservation of the rainforest is vital for their existence. • Cacao (Theobroma cacao) • We can’t imagine anyone who could live without chocolate. Despite being one the world’s favorite desserts, the cacao plant is also a superfood that is loaded with health benefits. Make raw cacao part of your regular diet to benefit from natural energy, mental alertness and focus. Cacao also has more calcium than cow’s milk and is the highest plant-based source of iron. It’s full of magnesium for a healthy heart and brain. • Giant Water Lilies (Victoria amazonica) • If you have ever been on an Amazon River cruise or stayed in a jungle lodge, you may have seen these impressive Victoria water lilies during one of your jungle excursions. These water lilies are not your average flower - they grow up to 3 meters in diameter - imagine, you could lay down on one! They were named after Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom. • Coffee Plant (Coffea) • Most of us couldn’t imagine a world without coffee! The coffee plant resembles a bush and can grow up to 30 feet tall. Coffee flowers are very small and fragrant, helping to attract insects for pollination. After the flower falls off of the plant, little berries begin to grow. Inside these berries lie the valuable coffee beans which make them one of the most economically important species in the world. • • Reference • https://www.rainforestcruises.com/jun...
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