The iconic, “upside-down” baobab tree first emerged on the island of Madagascar, new research into its tangled evolutionary history reveals. It’s still not clear, however, how it jumped from Madagascar to Australia. The majestic baobab tree can grow to heights of 82 feet (25 meters) and can live thousands of years. It is often dubbed […]
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Study reveals history and oceanic voyages of remarkable baobab tree
By Will Dunham (Reuters) – The baobab tree is a distinctive sight on the landscape. When its contorted branches are leafless during the dry season, they resemble jumbled roots emanating from a thick trunk, making it appear as if someone had yanked the tree from the ground, flipped it on its head and jammed it […]