22 November 2009

Tree? Cactus? A little of both?

This crazy wonderful plant is called a Quiver Tree (Aloe Dichotoma). Click to hear David Attenborough talk about this extraordinary plant. When thirsty, this plant can AMPUTATE ITSELF. The video is just about a minute long & utterly amazing!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6L3korqXb4

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