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Juniperus deppeana (alligator juniper or checkerbark juniper) is a small to medium-sized tree reaching 10–15 metres (33–49 feet) in height. It is native to central and northern Mexico and the southwestern United States .
Alligators live in the waters and wetlands of every county in Florida. The state has more than 7,800 freshwater lakes and 1,200 freshwater rivers that are a gator’s preferred habitat.
Alternanthera philoxeroides, commonly referred to as alligator weed, is a native species to the temperate regions of South America, which includes Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay. [2] Argentina alone hosts around 27 species that fall within the range of the genus Alternanthera . [ 2 ]
Alligator experts say the reason for the increase in attacks is simple. More people live close to alligator habitats. Once a dwindling species in South Carolina, alligators have rebounded thanks ...
The trees tend to grow in areas with a plentiful supply of water, such as in the Okavango Delta swamps. The baobab tree, known as mowana in the Setswana language are some of the long living trees in Botswana and may grow older than 2000 years. [2] The bark is characteristically pinkish-grey in color, with a shiny tint.
Annona glabra is a tropical fruit tree in the family Annonaceae, in the same genus as the soursop and cherimoya.Common names include pond apple, alligator apple (so called because American alligators often eat the fruit), swamp apple, corkwood, bobwood, and monkey apple. [2]
The alligator settled in front of her refrigerator, a photo shows. Hollenback lives in the Grand Palm subdivision and says she heard the reptile banging on the front door, according to WTVT.
The seed is also edible and is known as "alligator corn". [11] The seedlike fruits can be shaken loose, and are also edible. [12] The unopened leaves and young stalks can be cooked. [13] The species is widely planted in ponds for its foliage and flowers. American Lotus spreads via creeping rhizomes and seeds.