Baobab

The African baobab (A. digitata) is the oldest known angiosperm tree: carbon-14 dating places the age of a specimen in Namibia at about 1,275 years. Known as the “Tree of Life,” the species is found throughout the drier regions of Africa and features a water-storing trunk that may reach a diameter of 9 metres (30 feet) and a height of 18 metres (59 feet). Older individuals often have huge hollow trunks that are formed by the fusion of multiple stems over time. The tree’s unique pendulous flowers are pollinated by bats and bush babies. Its young leaves are edible, and the large gourdlike woody fruit contains a tasty mucilaginous pulp from which a refreshing drink can be madeBaobab fruit is edible, and baobab seed powder is used in foods because of its nutrients, possible health benefits, and as a natural preservative. It is a good source of vitamin C, potassium, carbohydrates, and phosphorus. The fruit is found inside hard pods that hang upside down from the tree. It has a citrus flavor. Baobab is “wild-harvested.” It is taken from its natural environment and dried naturally. The seeds are removed and ground into a powder that can be added to food products.

Baobab oil is cold-pressed from seeds for various uses, from cooking to hair care to skin care.

Baobab oil is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and other fats, including:

palmitic acid
oleic acid
linolenic acid
linoleic acid
Clinical research shows that the omega-3 fatty acids in baobab oil have several health benefits for the skin. They can:

moisturize
help prevent water loss from the skin
soften skin
improve skin texture
improve skin elasticity
help repair the skin barrier
help to heal skin faster
reduce inflammation

We supply:

- Baobab Powder
- Baobab whole fruits
- Baobab cold pressed oil