As of 2020, the most common use of tree species was for construction in the form of timber. Due to its durability and strength, wood is one of the most valuable natural commodities. Apart from commercial purposes, tree species are an essential source of food and have medicinal value.
Distribution of the most common uses for tree worldwide as of 2020
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BGCI. (September 1, 2021). Distribution of the most common uses for tree worldwide as of 2020 [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved August 25, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1262116/main-uses-trees-worldwide/
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