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How do palm trees survive hurricanes? (2017)

by Matt indefenseofplants.com published 2017-09-10

The destructive force of typhoons and hurricanes are no joking matter. Human structures are torn to shreds and flooded in the blink of an eye. It is devastating to say the least. With all of this destruction, one must wonder how native flora and fauna have coped with such forces over millions of years. The true…

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