Generations Roots

Explore the intricate tapestry of history and identity through "Generations Roots," a series inspired by the profound connections that span centuries.

Every nation and person has its own historical connections, its own history, which lasts for centuries. We try to look into the past to understand the present. Without understanding your past, it is difficult to understand your present. This is a kind of foundation (Roots) on which we try to build our lives

The concept of creating a series of works “Generations Roots” was born after observing not only human personalities and stories, but also natural phenomena and plants.

In vascular plants, the roots are the organs of a plant that are modified to provide anchorage for the plant and take in water and nutrients into the plant body, which allows plants to grow taller and faster.They are most often below the surface of the soil, but roots can also be aerial or aerating, that is, growing up above the ground or especially above water.

The major functions of roots are absorption of water, plant nutrition and anchoring of the plant body to the ground.

In its simplest form, the term root system architecture (RSA) refers to the spatial configuration of a plant's root system. This system can be extremely complex and is dependent upon multiple factors such as the species of the plant itself, the composition of the soil and the availability of nutrients.Root architecture plays the important role of providing a secure supply of nutrients and water as well as anchorage and support.

The configuration of root systems serves to structurally support the plant, compete with other plants and for uptake of nutrients from the soil.Roots grow to specific conditions, which, if changed, can impede a plant's growth. For example, a root system that has developed in dry soil may not be as efficient in flooded soil, yet plants are able to adapt to other changes in the environment, such as seasonal changes.

Generations Roots

Most tree growth occurs at the tips of branches and the tips of roots. However, while the crown of a tree is usually surrounded by open air, roots need a source of oxygen in the soil in order to grow. In the ground, air and water are held in little pockets called soil pores. If the soil is dense and compacted (with no soil pores), there will not be enough oxygen available for respiration. Too much water in the soil will also limit the amount of oxygen the roots can take in.

Tree roots grow best when they have sufficient growing space and well-drained soil with enough oxygen and water (but not too much water). The depth that oxygen can reach depends on the type of soil and amount of compaction, and the most oxygen will be found near the surface of the soil. For this reason, roots tend to grow right under the surface.

Many people imagine tree roots as a mirror image of the branches, but this is a common misconception. Tree roots actually grow outward horizontally from the base of the tree

Roots become smaller as they grow outward from the root collar (base of the trunk). Buttress roots right near the trunk help stabilize the tree. In the first 3-6 feet, woody lateral roots spread out and taper down to 2-4 inches in diameter. Small, ephemeral absorbing rootsgrow out of lateral roots, soaking up water and oxygen and other nutrients. These roots are opportunistic – they will grow wherever the conditions are suitable, and will die back if resources are not available.