An usual tree that is unusual
This tree may look normal to us. It is a tree of tropical rainforest which require humid climate though it can withstand dry season.
It is as special as its dedication to Mr Nelson Mandela, President of Africa who visited the Singapore Botanic Gardens 15 years ago, on 5th March 1997.
This Giant Cola Tree is among one of the Tree of Fame in the gardens
The extracts from nuts of related species are used in cola drinks and food items. The cola nuts contain caffeine. Chewing cola nuts can also ease hunger pangs and was thought to be remedies for whooping cough and asthma.
This is certainly an usual tree that is very unusual.
October 27, 2012 at 1:12 am
wow
October 27, 2012 at 1:20 am
October 27, 2012 at 1:13 am
Really interesting! again, thank you!
October 27, 2012 at 1:20 am
thank you!
October 27, 2012 at 1:29 am
It’s beautiful… thanks for the interesting background also! : )
October 27, 2012 at 5:24 am
you are welcome !
October 27, 2012 at 1:31 am
On your pictures, it also looks like a fairy-tale-beeing
October 27, 2012 at 5:25 am
fairy tales in little city
October 27, 2012 at 1:53 am
This tree is amazing! With such great characteristics this tree is a great dedication to a great man.
October 27, 2012 at 5:27 am
yes, when we look around, there are things that look usual but unusual – remember AddGrainOnEarth
October 27, 2012 at 2:44 am
Interesting.
October 27, 2012 at 5:27 am
October 27, 2012 at 3:03 am
This is a fantastic looking tree, love the unique colors and texture. Would make for a great painting.
October 27, 2012 at 5:29 am
yes , nature is art, art is nature – remember AddGrainOnEarth
October 27, 2012 at 7:32 am
Interesting. Who needs meds and chemicals? God put everything here for a reason
Great post
October 27, 2012 at 7:33 am
Hi Sydney, I never knew of a cola tree…
Should visit Singapore in the nearest possible available time…after all its only 5 hrs drive from Kuala Lumpur,,,
Is there any possibility of finding some cola fruits there…? Thank for the info…
~ KeY
October 27, 2012 at 10:07 am
yes, you can find many cola trees in Botanic Gardens, thanks for dropping by – remember AddGrainOnEarth
October 27, 2012 at 11:48 am
You brought so much perspective to this topic, treedom, for all trees!
October 27, 2012 at 5:52 pm
no problem, how is your Blogging coming along?
October 27, 2012 at 11:50 am
Thank you, Dear Sydney, for your kind words on my blog! Best wishes! I always enjoy your blog!
October 27, 2012 at 5:53 pm
thank you, your Blog is always inspire me too, cheers!
October 27, 2012 at 12:57 pm
Interesting!!!
October 27, 2012 at 5:53 pm
October 27, 2012 at 4:09 pm
Interesting anecdote !
October 27, 2012 at 5:55 pm
thank you
October 27, 2012 at 4:38 pm
Thanks so much for sharing these lovely photos and the story behind this incredible tree!
October 27, 2012 at 5:54 pm
you are welcome jeanette,
October 27, 2012 at 7:56 pm
I love the photos and the story they invite us into. Thanks!
October 27, 2012 at 7:58 pm
is a trap! Haha! thanks for dropping by – AddGrainOnEarth
October 28, 2012 at 2:27 am
Thanks for stopping by again, I must let you know I REALLY LOVE your blogs on the unusual. It keeps my mind sharp and I enjoy learning about different elements of LIFE. Thank You
October 28, 2012 at 10:29 am
yes, different elements in life, it makes the world as a whole – AddGrainOnEarth
October 28, 2012 at 9:24 pm
I have always found trees beautiful, but this one is just awesome!
October 28, 2012 at 10:27 pm
yes, with a great man backing, it is definitely special, thanks for stopping by, hope see you next time, cheers!