The Marula Tree

"The Marula Tree" by Steve Adams I have had occasion to see different customs, exotic animals and plant life that are not native to North America. One tree that fascinated me was the Marula tree. They are not tall like redwoods or oaks, but they spread out their crown like an umbrella. They grow mostly wild in the vast subequatorial plains of Africa and can be seen shading expansive areas of flat land. The trees bear a fruit that turns yellow when ripe. Once fallen, these fr...