Trees (Eyewitness Companion Guides) by John White, Carol Usher, Colin Ridsdale, David Mabberley

By John White, Carol Usher, Colin Ridsdale, David Mabberley

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Do not make such cuts yourself. FLOWERS The color and shape of the flower are the most obvious features, but be sure to also look at their arrangement—whether they are solitary blooms or appear in a more complex inflorescence (see also Glossary). Some species have male and female flowers on the same tree. Others have male and female flowers on different trees. FRUIT Fruits appear after flowers and will only rarely be seen together. They may be several different types. Take note of the external color, shape, and size.

SOUTHEAST ASIA Much of this area once supported rainforest, particularly Sumatra, Borneo, the Celebes, and the Philippines. In Myanmar, teak (Tectona grandis) is still harvested commercially. It is sustainable only if replanted or allowed to regenerate. 34 W H AT I S A T R E E ? Barren Lands Many situations exist in which trees survive against all the odds, and it is remarkable how they can adapt to hostile places. Lands may be barren for many reasons, including temperature extremes, boggy ground, and wind and salt near the sea.

Their size and their importance in terms of providing shelter, sustenance, and a wide variety of materials have earned trees a prominent place in the world’s myths and legends. SPIRIT HOMES Although ancient storytellers sometimes spoke of trees as spirits, in most mythologies trees are the homes of spirits. From North America to Africa, these spirits protect the trees they inhabit—they are said to attack anyone who tries to harm a tree or cut it down. If treated properly, tree spirits are usually seen as helpful to humans, but forests can be dark and intimidating places, and this is reflected in stories, common in Africa, of forest spirits that trap the unwary in their branches or eat human flesh.

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