Plants, an key part of our environment, are often forgotten because of there seemingly simple nature. Crucial to animal existence, without plants, life on earth would be impossible. Many think of the environment as saving animals, stopping poaching and protecting areas of wildlife these are all important targets, but plants just seem to get lost somewhere in between. So do you think we should pay more attention to the well-being of our plants? Here are some important points on why plants should be mentioned more…

Firstly, plants provide over 80% of the food we eat and without them the human population and the earth’s range of animals would die out. Additionally plants create their food by them selves so looking after plants is easy, if you give them the right amount of water and sunlight.

Secondly, plants can be calming and are often used in medicine (find out more about how nature heals here: Nature Heals). In addition to this, many people enjoy having plants and flowers around the house as it can brighten a space without taking up much room.

Finally, trees and rainforests produce 28% of the earth’s oxygen whereas the other 72% is create by plants that are found in the ocean. Furthermore, altogether trees, plants and other greenery produce 100% of the world’s oxygen, meaning that humans could not survive on earth without them.

As you can see plants are very important to humans health and future and well as being a crucial part of our eco-system. Here are some fun facts to get you thinking more about plants…

• Around 50% of the world’s oxygen is created by a species of tiny plant in the ocean called phytoplankton alone.
• Plants contain both male and female parts which help with pollination.
• Some plants (like the Venus Flytrap) can catch and eat bugs.

Thanks for reading – Bella