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Guinness-record cashew tree in Brazil covers area of 70 trees
A single cashew tree in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, has grown to cover roughly 8,500 square metres, an area equivalent to about 70 ordinary cashew trees. Known as the Cajueiro de…
The Story in Brief
A single cashew tree in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, has grown to cover roughly 8,500 square metres, an area equivalent to about 70 ordinary cashew trees. Known as the Cajueiro de Pirangi, it is recognised by Guinness World Records as the largest cashew tree on Earth, yielding up to 2.5 tonnes of cashew fruit each year, or 60,000 to 80,000 individual nuts.
The tree's immense size results from a genetic mutation that allows its branches to put down roots wherever they touch the ground, forming new trunks that remain connected to the original plant. Its age is disputed: local tradition says it was planted in 1888, but some researchers believe it could be centuries older. A rival tree in Piauí reportedly covers 8,800 square metres but lacks official Guinness recognition.
The Indian Opinion
The story of this cashew tree is a striking reminder that nature can defy neat labels. Claims of a rival tree in Piauí, though unverified, should not be dismissed as mere local pride, they highlight the need for transparent, independent measurement. Rather than fuel a regional contest, the real test is whether both trees are properly studied and preserved. How many more such botanical wonders remain undocumented across the world?
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
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