CLEAN : Pretorias Jacaranda tree

The video explains why Pretoria is called the Jacaranda City, despite jacarandas not being native to South Africa. These trees were imported from Brazil over 120 years ago during the gold rush. While they are a significant part of Pretoria's identity, they have caused environmental issues, leading the government to classify them as alien invasive plants and ban their replanting. However, exemptions allow new jacarandas in certain city areas. The ban affects woodworkers who prefer jacaranda wood. Despite the challenges, jacarandas will continue to bloom in Pretoria.

Why is Pretoria known as the Jacaranda City?

• Due to the gold rush in Pretoria

• Because jacarandas were discovered in Pretoria

• Because jacarandas are native to South Africa

• Due to the large number of jacaranda trees imported from Brazil

What problem do jacaranda trees cause in Pretoria?

• They produce too much pollen

• They consume a lot of water and prevent other plants from growing

• They are prone to diseases

• They attract too many tourists

How has the government responded to the issues caused by jacarandas?

• By encouraging more planting of jacarandas

• By classifying them as alien invasive plants and banning replanting

• By exporting them back to Brazil

• By cutting down all existing jacarandas

What exception has been made for Pretoria regarding jacaranda trees?

• They can be planted in private gardens

• They can be planted anywhere in South Africa

• They can be planted in the city center where previous trees have died

• They can be used for commercial purposes

What is the future of jacarandas in Pretoria?

• They will be completely removed

• They will continue to flower in the city center

• They will be planted in other parts of South Africa

• They will be replaced by pine trees