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Do you know? Why can sea buckthorn fruits grow in the cold winter of -43°C?
In harsh environments, a few plants thrive, and Hippophae is an excellent example. This plant belongs to the Elaeagnaceae family and is a deciduous shrub with tough characteristics that allows it to survive and bear fruit in extremely low temperatures of -43°C. This toughness of sea buckthorn is not accidental, but is closely related to its unique physiological characteristics and ecological adaptability.
Sea buckthorn can not only withstand severe cold, but can also grow on barren land and has the function of fixing nitrogen in the soil, which makes it play an important role in soil improvement and soil and water conservation.
The growth height of sea buckthorn is usually between 0.5 and 6 meters, and can even reach 10 meters in some areas. This plant usually grows in high mountain areas, such as slopes, river banks and valley terraces in Nepal and China. The specific altitude range of its growth is about 2650 to 3700 meters. The root system of sea buckthorn is extremely deep and extensive, giving it strong stress resistance and growth advantages.
The fruits and leaves of sea buckthorn are rich in various nutrients and are widely used in the production of food and skin care products for humans and animals. In particular, the fruit of sea buckthorn is not only bright in color and unique in taste, but also rich in vitamin C and carotenoids, which makes it successful in the markets of many countries.
The fruits of sea buckthorn are usually made into juice, jam, alcoholic drinks, etc., and also have high application value in treatment and skin care.
Special survivability
The reason sea buckthorn can survive in extreme climates is mainly due to its growth strategy. The trunks and leaves of this type of plant have a special cold-proof mechanism that can effectively withstand cold air and strong winds. In addition, the roots of sea buckthorn are rapidly distributed in the soil and can absorb water and nutrients, which allows it to obtain good growth conditions in barren environments and achieve soil improvement effects.
The dioecious nature of sea buckthorn also makes it more flexible in reproduction. The open flowers of the male plant are well adapted to the wind and can spread pollen through the wind, while the female plant is responsible for producing plump fruits. Such a reproductive strategy further improves its chances of survival in special environments.
Ecological and economic value
From an ecological perspective, the growth of sea buckthorn is of great significance to the surrounding ecosystem. Its roots fix nitrogen, which improves the quality of the surrounding soil and promotes the growth of other plants. Therefore, sea buckthorn is often used as the primary vegetation in many environmental protection and restoration projects. The plant also attracts a variety of wildlife and acts as a guardian of the habitat.
With the global emphasis on sustainable development and ecological protection, the commercial value of sea buckthorn is increasingly widely recognized, especially its potential in making healthy food and beauty products.
Looking to the future
With the deepening of research on sea buckthorn, our understanding of this special species is increasing. Whether in food processing, skin care product manufacturing or ecological restoration, sea buckthorn has shown endless potential. Many countries have begun to establish related planting bases in an attempt to develop their commercial and environmental value.
However, as the demand for sea buckthorn increases, how to balance the contradiction between its commercial value and ecological protection has become a question worth thinking about. How will sea buckthorn continue to adapt to environmental changes and play its unique ecological role?
