The termites are a group of social insects usually classified at the taxonomic rank of order Isoptera. As truly social animals, they are termed eusocial along with the ants and some bees and wasps which are all placed in the separate order Hymenoptera. Termites mostly feed on dead plant material, generally in the form of wood, leaf litter, soil, or animal dung, and about 10% of the estimated 4,000 species (about 2,600 taxonomically known) are economically significant as pests that can cause serious structural damage to buildings, crops or plantation forests. Termites are major detrivores, particularly in the subtropical and tropical regions, and their recycling of wood and other plant matter is of considerable ecological importance.
As eusocial insects, termites live in colonies that, at maturity, number from several hundred to several million individuals. They are a prime example of decentralised, self-organised systems using swarm intelligence and use this cooperation to exploit food sources and environments that could not be available to any single insect acting alone. A typical colony contains nymphs (semi-mature young), workers, soldiers, and reproductive individuals of both genders, sometimes containing several egg-laying queens.
Termites are sometimes called "white ants", though they are unrelated to true ants.
Due to their wood-eating habits, many termite species can do great damage to unprotected buildings and other wooden structures. Their habit of remaining concealed often results in their presence being undetected until the timbers are severely damaged and exhibit surface changes. Once termites have entered a building, they do not limit themselves to wood; they also damage paper, cloth, carpets, and other cellulosic materials. Often, other soft materials are damaged and may be used for construction. Particles taken from soft plastics, plaster, rubber, and sealants such as silicon rubber and acrylics are often employed in construction.
Humans have moved many wood-eating species between continents, but have also caused drastic population decline in others through habitat loss and pesticide application.
Acacia is an ancient treatment used mainly for digestive disorders and diarrhea. It is an astringent that is rich in tannic acid that checks bleeding, discharges and excess mucus. Recent research has discovered that an extract from this highly astringent herb may block the body's pain triggers.
When used mainly in the form of a decoction, Acacia Bark is well known for its treatment of diarrhea and digestive ailments, and the decoction is also used as an astringent, mouthwash and lotion. Acacia Bark has also been used in the treatment of dysentery.
Acacia is commonly used in maintaining dental hygiene. The fresh twigs have long been employed for the protection of gums and teeth, and recent studies indicated that Acacia's antiseptic qualities was found to inhibit the growth of germs in the oral cavity. The herb is useful as an external application for mouth ulcers. Further, extract of Indian gum Arabic tree has been found to reduce gingival (gum) inflammation occurring as a consequence of plaque reduction.
In India, Acacia Bark has long been administered for its astringent properties, and there are current reports that, in combination with other herbs and barks, traditional Indian healers use it in the treatment of leprosy in rural areas. The healers also claim that it aids in the treatment of stomachache and is used as an aid to digestion.
There are current reports claiming that Acacia Bark extract appears to block the body's pain trigger mechanisms. It is highly regarded by Australian Aborigines for the treatment of headaches.
Used externally, Acacia Bark's astringency checks bleeding, nose bleeds, hemorrhoids, skin eruptions, bed sores, mouth ulcers, sore throats and dental infection.
As eusocial insects, termites live in colonies that, at maturity, number from several hundred to several million individuals. They are a prime example of decentralised, self-organised systems using swarm intelligence and use this cooperation to exploit food sources and environments that could not be available to any single insect acting alone. A typical colony contains nymphs (semi-mature young), workers, soldiers, and reproductive individuals of both genders, sometimes containing several egg-laying queens.
Termites are sometimes called "white ants", though they are unrelated to true ants.
Due to their wood-eating habits, many termite species can do great damage to unprotected buildings and other wooden structures. Their habit of remaining concealed often results in their presence being undetected until the timbers are severely damaged and exhibit surface changes. Once termites have entered a building, they do not limit themselves to wood; they also damage paper, cloth, carpets, and other cellulosic materials. Often, other soft materials are damaged and may be used for construction. Particles taken from soft plastics, plaster, rubber, and sealants such as silicon rubber and acrylics are often employed in construction.
Humans have moved many wood-eating species between continents, but have also caused drastic population decline in others through habitat loss and pesticide application.
Acacia is an ancient treatment used mainly for digestive disorders and diarrhea. It is an astringent that is rich in tannic acid that checks bleeding, discharges and excess mucus. Recent research has discovered that an extract from this highly astringent herb may block the body's pain triggers.
When used mainly in the form of a decoction, Acacia Bark is well known for its treatment of diarrhea and digestive ailments, and the decoction is also used as an astringent, mouthwash and lotion. Acacia Bark has also been used in the treatment of dysentery.
Acacia is commonly used in maintaining dental hygiene. The fresh twigs have long been employed for the protection of gums and teeth, and recent studies indicated that Acacia's antiseptic qualities was found to inhibit the growth of germs in the oral cavity. The herb is useful as an external application for mouth ulcers. Further, extract of Indian gum Arabic tree has been found to reduce gingival (gum) inflammation occurring as a consequence of plaque reduction.
In India, Acacia Bark has long been administered for its astringent properties, and there are current reports that, in combination with other herbs and barks, traditional Indian healers use it in the treatment of leprosy in rural areas. The healers also claim that it aids in the treatment of stomachache and is used as an aid to digestion.
There are current reports claiming that Acacia Bark extract appears to block the body's pain trigger mechanisms. It is highly regarded by Australian Aborigines for the treatment of headaches.
Used externally, Acacia Bark's astringency checks bleeding, nose bleeds, hemorrhoids, skin eruptions, bed sores, mouth ulcers, sore throats and dental infection.
