Beneath the Bough

Rebuild our home, one tree at a time

Tag: clean air

  • Pachycaul Tree (Didierea madagascariensis)

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    Physical Description The Pachycaul Tree is a distinctive plant from Madagascar, notable for its thick, spiny trunk and unusual appearance. It grows to about 4-7 meters (13-23 feet) tall and has sparse, elongated branches with small, needle-like leaves. It produces tubular flowers that are adapted to attract specific pollinators. Environmental Concerns This tree is critically…

  • Franklin Tree (Franklinia alatamaha)

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    Christopher Ko
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    Physical Description The Franklin tree is a deciduous shrub or small tree that typically grows up to 15-20 feet (4.5-6 meters) tall. It has large, glossy, dark green leaves that turn yellow to red in the fall. The tree produces striking, fragrant white flowers with yellow centers that bloom in late summer. Environmental Concerns The…

  • Tacca chantrieri

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    Common Names: Black Bat Flower Phonetic Spelling: TAK-uh chan-tree-ER-ee-eye Description: Distribution/Location: Native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand and Malaysia. Environmental Concerns: Additional Notes: The plant’s unique flowers attract specific pollinators, contributing to the diversity of its ecosystem. Primarily grown as an ornamental plant for its striking appearance. It is also of interest…

  • Betula pendula

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    Common Names: Phonetic Spelling: BET-yoo-luh PEN-dyoo-luh Description: Distribution/Location: Environmental Benefits: Fun Fact: Silver Birch is often used in reforestation projects because of its ability to thrive in poor soils and its rapid growth, making it an excellent pioneer species for restoring degraded land.

  • Joshua Tree (Yucca brevifolia)

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    Pics we took at night! Joshua Tree National Park lets visitors stay over at night. Common Names: Joshua Tree Phonetic Spelling: YUK-uh brev-ih-FOH-lee-uh Description: Distribution/Location: Environmental Concerns: Fun Fact: