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The origin and long-distance travels of upside down trees - EurekAlert


<p>The research cracks the code on the iconic baobab tree&#39;s origin story, revealing their surprising origins in Madagascar and incredible long-distance dispersals to Africa and Australia.</p> <p>The study unveils how baobabs&nbsp;developed unique pollination mechanisms &ndash; some attracting hawkmoths, others lemurs, and even bats &ndash; showcasing remarkable evolutionary adaptations.</p> <p>The research sheds light on how climate change has shaped the baobab&#39;s distribution and diversification over millions of years, offering valuable insights for understanding plant responses to future environmental shifts.</p>

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