The tree is located on Sunland Farm (Portland Farm), near Modjadjiskloof (previously known as Duiwelskloof), Limpopo Province. In one study the tree was carbon-dated and found to be an estimated 1,060 years old, plus or minus 75 years.
What is the oldest tree in South Africa?
African baobab tree
The African baobab tree (Adansonia digitata) is the oldest living flowering plant, or angiosperm, and is found in the continent’s tropical regions. Individual trees — which can contain up to 500 cubic meters of wood — can live for more than 2,000 years.
Is there a 2000-year-old tree in South Africa?
The baobab tree. Some hollowed-out trunks have been used to provide shelter to as many as 40 people, they can hold up to 4,500 liters of water, fibers from the bark can be turned into rope and cloth and fresh leaves are often eaten to boost the immune system.
Where is the tree of life located in South Africa?
Tree of Life is in Manenberg, Western Cape, South Africa.