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Mystery Plant #2. Found in Kenya and on the Africa continent Its deep roots penetrate the Earth farther than most plants. Can survive long periods of droughts and famine. Strong & provides shelter for many animals.
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Mystery Plant #2 • Found in Kenya and on the Africa continent • Its deep roots penetrate the Earth farther than most plants. • Can survive long periods of droughts and famine. • Strong & provides shelter for many animals. • A single narrow trunk or branching near the trunk with foliage that appears at the crown – often causing a flat topped appearance. • Leaves are short, grey and hairy • Giraffes are one of only a few animals who can get its leaves directly off of the tree. • Its fruits provide food and nourishment. • Has creamy spherical flower heads The Acacia Tree
The Acacia Tree Ex: • 1. Deep roots—probably helps the plant to get more water. • Provide shelter for animals- to keep them from over heating. • Creamy spherical flowers- to attract animals.
The Acacia Tree • Leaves are short, gray and hairy- to keep shade because of the color. • Found in Kenya • Different between my tree and the real thing is that my tree isn't carved.
The Acacia Tree - Inquiries • Which do you think evolved first, the long Giraffe necks or the tall trunk of the acacia tree and why? • The tree developed first because the giraffe couldn’t live without the tree.
The Acacia Tree - Inquiries • How is The Acacia Tree important to the environment and or ecosystem? • It is important because the animals depend on it to feed on it, and the humans depend on it to make the animals healthy.
