The Kiri, the tree that can fight climate change

Did you know that according to the UN more than 13 million hectares of forest mass are destroyed every year on our planet? Governments seem blind to the fact that if we breathe and, therefore, we live, it is thanks to the plants and trees, they are the lungs of humanity.Before such an incredible neglect, it seems that nature has come to our aid and Scientists have discovered a wonderful plant specimen: Kiri, the tree that can fight climate change

Kiri, the tree against climate change

In a nutshell: Kiri is capable of absorbing 10 times more CO2 than any other known plant species and also has the peculiarity of growing two centimeters a day.

The official name of the Kiri is Paulownia stormy , although it is also known as Empress Tree .It is a tree originally from China that arrived in Europe in the 19th century as ornamental species.

8 Reasons why Kiri is called "Tree of Life" :

1. C pray on low fertile soils .

The Kiri, the tree that can fight climate change

2. Its leaves provide nutrients to the soil when they fall and decompose, since they are rich in nitrogen, with them you can also make compost.

3.Its roots strengthen the ground in which the tree grows and prevent erosion.

4.Also absorb 10 times more CO2 than any other tree, emits a large amount of oxygen , and this is the fundamental reason that makes it a great fighter against climate change.

5.It has not found another tree that grows faster than Kiri: in 8 years it reaches the same size as an oak of 40.It can reach up to 27 meters high and its trunk a diameter of between 7 and 20 meters.The leaves get to have up to 40 cm wide.

6.It is very fire resistant .

7.Ta nto their vessels as their roots have rapid regeneration and tolerance to contamination.

8.The large leaves can be used as fodder for animals since they are very nutritious.

The Kiri, the tree that can fight climate change

In Texas there is a movement called Kiri Tree Revolution that aims to plant thousands of these trees to regenerate sterile soils with their properties.Besides, when it blooms, it It covers flowers of a wonderful lilac color and an intense fragrance.There is a legend that says that the Phoenix when it is on Earth will do so only in a Kiri tree and only when there is a good ruler in power.

In China, formerly, in some places a Kiri tree was planted when a girl was born.The tree was growing with her and when it was time to get married, the Kiri was cut down and with her wood furniture and ornaments were made for the girl's trousseau.

What do you think of this magnificent tree? Do you think it is a good solution to fight climate change? Do you have any copies of this incredible tree of life in your area?

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