Ms Topiary: That tree is the Boab tree which grows mostly in the drier parts of Australia. http://on-walkabout.com/2008/05/15/friday-eco-fact-australias-incredible-boab-trees/
The trunk increases in size as the tree gets older and, if I recall, water is stored in that trunk - or can be accessed if need be.
They are very impressive in the wild when you see a big one.
Presious: Thank you. Those gardens in particular were so lovely. Many of the plants are not very common so it is nice to see different ones for a change.
Pics 2 and 4, is that the tree trunks that look like that? They almost look swollen or as if something were wrapped around them...
ReplyDeleteMs Topiary: That tree is the Boab tree which grows mostly in the drier parts of Australia. http://on-walkabout.com/2008/05/15/friday-eco-fact-australias-incredible-boab-trees/
ReplyDeleteThe trunk increases in size as the tree gets older and, if I recall, water is stored in that trunk - or can be accessed if need be.
They are very impressive in the wild when you see a big one.
There are such beautiful sites and garden areas in Australia. Love how you take such nice pictures.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing. This is one of my favorite aspects of your blog. Makes me feel like I took a trip to your country lol!
Presious: Thank you. Those gardens in particular were so lovely. Many of the plants are not very common so it is nice to see different ones for a change.
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