posted 12 June 2005 11:31 AM
Besides its claimed medicinal uses, one of the most interesting things about Ginkgo biloba is its hardiness. I knew it was considered one of the most urban-tolerant trees in existence, but this is amazing:
quote: This Ginkgo situated near a temple about 1130 m away from the hypocenter appeared to bud after the blast (the temple itself was destroyed). The temple-site in Housenbou was smaller after the war and they considered transplanting or cutting down the Ginkgo to rebuild the temple. In 1994 it was decided to leave it there and adjust the temple to it, so now the main building has stairs in front divided into left-and right hand sides, protecting the Ginkgo inside this U-shape. Engraved on it "No more Hiroshima" and people's prayers for peace.
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posted 12 June 2005 12:44 PM
The park where I jog has one of these trees. I often wondered what kind it was because I had never encountered the lovely leaf shapes before. Every year I wait for fall and collect the leaves for use in collage works because they turn a lovely gold colour. Thanks for posting- I learned something off babble today .
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posted 12 June 2005 11:31 AM
