The Manchineel Tree is so poisonous, rainwater dripping off it’s leaves will burn your skin.
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Electric lights for trees were first used in 1895.
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The 'Bicycle Tree', found near Brig o' Turk in Scotland, has consumed an entire bike that now hangs out of its bark.
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‘Tree shaping’ is the art of growing trees and roots into things like bridges, chairs, “people trees”, ladders, fences, jungle gyms, tunnels, and, theoretically, could even be used to grow homes.
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7.6 million Christmas trees are sold each year.
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There is a “Fruit Salad Tree” which can grow up to 6 different types of fruit.
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Sharks have been on the planet longer than trees.
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