This is called the Curly Tree for obvious reasons. It is in Arches National Park near Moab, Utah. The park is mainly known for its more than 2000 natural sandstone arches and is a popular spot for both hiking and cycling. According to the National Park Service, The Utah juniper is the classic desert tree. Its twisting, often-dead branches seem to epitomize the struggle of life with little water. When moisture is scarce, a juniper will actually stop the flow of fluids to some outer branches so that the tree has a better chance for survival. Scale-covered leaves and bluish, waxy-coated seeds help the tree conserve moisture.
Posted on: Wed, 07 Jan 2015 01:18:03 +0000
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