Plants of the Rainforest
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Plants of the RainforestBy: Bobby Pirotta
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In this presentation we will be learning about common plants of the rainforests! We will learn why they are important and how they survive in the habitat.
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Strangler FigsWhy Is It Important?-Found in every major rainforest-Provides fruit for hundreds of animals (Monkeys, Parrots, ect.)-Bear fruit many times a year-In some rainforests, animals rely on figs for the majority of their diet
What Does It Look Like?-They are tall trees, which can grow up to almost 150 feet-Known for the roots that snake up and down the tree trunk
How Does It Survive?-The trees grow fast-Sunlight, rain, and rotten leaves providenutrients to the fig buds
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Bengal BambooWhy Is It Important?-It absorbs large amounts of water to prevent flooding-It prevents erosion in the soil-It shelters many rainforest animals-Can be a food source for some animals
What does it look like?-Can grow up to 80 feet-Dark green stalk with light green leaves-It is actually a form of grass, not a tree or a plant
How Does It Survive?-Bengal Bamboo is only found in rainforests along the equator because of its need for temperatures between 40 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit-Uses rainfall and sunlight for energy and growth
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MangrovesWhy Is It Important?-Protect rainforests that have a coastline (grows in water)-Prevent erosion-Collect sediments from rivers, oceans, and rainfall and slow down the flow of water to the rainforest-Their blossoms provide food for some animals (such as bats and monkeys)
What Does It Look Like?-They have aerial roots-Their roots grow in different directions-Often grow in several acres
How Does It Survive?-It’s breathing roots allow it to survive in salt water-It’s roots also filter out salt water-After a while, Mangroves shed their leaves, getting rid of salt accumulation -Eventually, Mangroves die due to the salt water exposure and lack of sunlight WATCH: Video of what a man
grove forest looks like!
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BougainvilleaWhy Is It Important-Very abundant in the rainforest-Absorbs some water and provides shelter for smaller animals
What Does It Look Like?-Green with some bright red or purple flowers-Grows in large patches
How Does It Survive?-Grows in a warm, green climate, avoiding swampy areas-Thorns protect it
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Resources!The facts in this presentation were found here!