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Tree huggers....BEWARE!
Captured 11/19/10, early in the morning, within walking distance of my harrowing haven.
These trees, which are situated next to our local fire station, have been a mystery and real stickler for me for years, so I would be mighty obliged to anyone out there who can identify them, e.g., Andrea.
Kind of reminds me of the Iron Maiden, from medieval days of yore.
The very sharp cones/thorns, though wicked and scary looking, have no substantial roots and can be easily broken off the bark.
And, in my opinion, not showing these photos would have been pointless.
Ta-ta, thankx for tuning in, and for any and all complimentary and laudatory comments and favs.
Comments (16)
claude19
EXCELLENY !
debbielove
Whoa! Very cool looking tree Harry! I'm sure the local kids have hours of fun with them and the local geeks! Excellent shots but alas, I have no idea, my friend... Rob
goodoleboy
Umm, I've passed by these guys for years and have never seen any sign of vandalism or feral child's play in connection with them. They appear almost sancrosanct in their awesome existence.
tennesseecowgirl
I believe it is called a Thorn Tree. Ever see the movie/mini series The Thorn Birds? It is my all time favorite book. There is a quote in the book about a bird that searches for a thorn tree, and never rests until it finds one, then it impales itself on the sharpest thorn and in its agony tries to outsing a lark and a nightingale, as it dies. So that is my answer. :) Great shots.
MrsRatbag
I also have no idea, but it looks to me like some prehistoric back scratcher! What a strangely wonderful tree indeed, and you've gotten several excellent views to confound us, well done!
dzfire1102
Looks to be a South American native. Either Ceiba pentandra or Ceiba aesculifolia. The 'Tree of Life' DZ
myrrhluz
This should be in the Land of Point where all things are pointed and nothing is pointless. Peculiar trees and great images! I like the forth one were there are points on a point. Some of the points are clustered together and leaning towards each other as if they are having a meeting. Terrific shots!
babuci
Most interesting collage Harry. I have not seen anything like this in my part of the world but sure I would have tons of picture of it.
bmac62
Mighty sharp images Harry. Did some investigating and here's what I found in a wiki with pictures: The silk floss tree (Ceiba speciosa, formerly Chorisia speciosa), is a species of deciduous tree native to the tropical and subtropical forests of South America.
beachzz
I have no idea, but it's one of the nastiest tress I've ever seen!!
jocko500
that looks like it will hurt if you fall on them
durleybeachbum
Fascinating and completely alien to me. I don't allow anything sharp, other than roses, in my garden. I set fire to the only palm I had as it scratched me.
Digitaleagle
I've never seen anything like this before, very interesting captures awesome work!
Rainastorm
I dont know but I need a load of these to go around my four acres of property lol Awesomely cool tree Harry! Thanks for sharing!
morningglory
Really unusual tree, Harry. Certainly NOT squirrel-friendly. It would make a bold statement in a garden.
danapommet
Super collage. I am still catching up! Bill is correct - they are silk floss trees. I posted one about a year ago. There are a couple growing at the American Orchid Society's garden, about two miles from me. Dana