Subj : ES Picture of the Day 01  2022
To   : All
From : Dan Richter
Date : Fri Jul 01 2022 12:01:00

 EPOD - a service of USRA

The Earth Science Picture of the Day (EPOD) highlights the diverse processes
and phenomena which shape our planet and our lives. EPOD will collect and
archive photos, imagery, graphics, and artwork with short explanatory
captions and links exemplifying features within the Earth system. The
community is invited to contribute digital imagery, short captions and
relevant links.


 The Wonder of Roots

   July 01, 2022


    IMG_2570

   Photographer:  Ray Major
   Summary Author:  Ray Major

   I couldn’t help but notice this tree and its tentacle-like roots on a
    trail to Twin Falls in Pickens County, South Carolina. The
    roots appear to be crawling across a rock. It’s a testament to the
   tenacity of life on this planet. The small patch of soil on top of the
   rock, where the tree (possibly a Tree of Heaven,  Ailanthus
   altissima) began to grow, was too small to support a mature tree.
   However, it was able to extend its roots and find deeper soil to draw
   in nourishment. After beginning life under less-than-ideal
   circumstances, it was able to survive, and thrive. It made quite a
   spectacle of itself in the process. Photo taken on July 7, 2008.

   Twin Falls, Pickens County, South Carolina Coordinates: 35.0098,
   82.8214


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Plant Links

     *  Discover Life
     *  Tree Encyclopedia
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     *  University of Texas Native Plant Database
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     *  What Tree is It?

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