Weird Trees Part - 4

1. Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum)

1. Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum)

– Location:  Japan, Korea, China.

Characteristics: – Delicate, intricately shaped leaves that change color seasonally. – Various forms, from small shrubs to larger trees. – Highly prized for bonsai and ornamental gardening.

2. Quiver Tree  (Aloe dichotoma)

– Location:  Southern Africa (Namibia, South Africa).

Characteristics: – Succulent tree with a thick, trunk-like base. – Branches form a dense crown and are used by indigenous people to make quivers for arrows. – Adapted to survive in arid conditions.

3. Rainbow Gum (Eucalyptus deglupta)

– Location:  Philippines, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea.

Characteristics: – Colorful, multi-hued bark that changes colors as it sheds. – Rapid growth and tall stature. – Often planted for its aesthetic appeal.

4. Kapok Tree  (Ceiba pentandra)

– Location:  Tropical regions of Central and South America, West Africa.

Characteristics: – Enormous size, often towering above the rainforest canopy. – Buttress roots that provide stability. – Produces a silky fiber used for stuffing pillows and life vests.

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