The Tree of Life is a photograph by Jamie Pham which was uploaded on October 16th, 2014.
The Tree of Life
Large Banyan Tree located on the Pipiwai Trail in southeast Maui which is within Haleakala National Park in the area called Kipahulu. The Indian... more
by Jamie Pham
Title
The Tree of Life
Artist
Jamie Pham
Medium
Photograph
Description
Large Banyan Tree located on the Pipiwai Trail in southeast Maui which is within Haleakala National Park in the area called Kipahulu. The Indian banyan, Ficus benghalensis are characterized by their aerial prop roots that grow into thick woody trunks which, with age, can become indistinguishable from the main trunk. Old trees can spread out laterally, using these prop roots to cover a wide area.
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October 16th, 2014