ID: ZJV-669
Castanea sativa
Photo
Italy
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Date of birth
06/28/2022
Name
Chestnut
Tree
Country
Italy
Place of birth
Montieri
Coordinates
43° 10′ 18.96″ N
10° 59′ 8.19″ E
The important moments in your tree's life.
It all starts with a tiny seed, nice and warm in the soil.
Your seedling is big enough to be welcomed into one of our nurseries, along with many others.
We’re here! Your tree has reached its new home: it’s been planted by a smallholder, who’ll take care of it for years to come.
Strike a pose! Now that it’s big enough, here’s a photo of your tree!
Nursery
Planted
Photo
The important moments in your tree's life.
The Chestnut is a tree whose history is deeply intertwined with that of human beings. It is thought to have originated in the Caucasus and brought to Europe first by the Greeks and then by the Romans. Widespread and prized for its fruit –chestnuts – and its timber, it fell into decline from the 15th century onwards. But while it is no longer widely cultivated, its cultural importance to many European peoples remains absolutely fundamental.
In view of the long history of friendship between man and the chestnut tree, there are many specimens of this tree that are considered true monuments, not only of landscape but also of historical and cultural value.
My estimated CO2 absorption capacity is based on the first 10 years of my life*
Current absorption
2022
2032
* The tree will continue to absorb CO2 even after the tenth year. Therefore this is a prudent estimate.
Its fruits, seeds and/or leaves are used as food in the farmers' families or are sold on local markets.
The trees will bear fruits, some that will be edible immediately and others that can become edible through processing, ensuring food resources over time.
The trees' fruits and the products derived from their transformation can be traded in local networks, offering income opportunities.
During its life cycle, each tree will offset CO₂. The trees that you plant can offset your emissions.
The trees are planted in agroforestry systems that favor the virtuous interaction between the different species and their positive impact on the environment and on the land.