Where can I find a fofoti tree in the Caribbean?
So here’s a photo of the quirky fofoti tree on beautiful Eagle Beach on the Aruba in the Caribbean, to brighten your day. I’d plonked my beach bag next to the tree to take the photo and then decided to include it in the photo.
What is the difference between fofoti and Divi Divi trees?
Pictured below is the Fofoti tree. Fofoti trees grow on the beach (you can visit a beautiful Fofoti tree for yourself at Eagle Beach, located just across from Amsterdam Manor) while the Divi Divi (Watapana) tree grows across the island, sprucing straight from the dirt.
What is a petiolate fig tree?
Otherwise known as the Rock Fig, Petiolate Fig (Ficus petiolaris) is a Ficus tree native to Mexico. This tree does well in areas with a bit of moisture and partial shade. Outside, it can reach heights of up to 30 feet provided it’s places with 10a to 12b hardiness zones.
Why a fofoti tree on Eagle Beach?
It nicely complements the turquoise colours of the sea and adds a focal point for the photo. There are a couple of these fofoti trees on Eagle Beach. They both lean over the water and have gnarled bark that adds a picturesque element to the image.
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Where do Fofoti trees grow?
Fofoti tree foliage is evergreen, not deciduous, and grow year round near salt water. Fofoti's existence is threatened, especially in the Caribbean, because of coastal development. Our vacation to Aruba filled our senses completely.
What is the national tree of Aruba?
When you Google Aruba, you will immediately see numerous photos of this twisted, windswept tree. The locals call it divi-divi, the Arawak name is watapana, the scientific classification is caesalpinia coriaria and the island considers it their national tree.
What tree is Aruba famous for?
Divi DiviThe famous Divi Divi (Watapana) tree is Aruba's natural compass, always pointing in a southwestern direction due to the trade winds that blow across the island from the north-east. Aruba's trademark: the Divi Divi or Watapana tree.
What is Aruba known for?
It's best known for its dazzling white beaches. But away from the beach, there's fascinating desert-like landscapes, colorful architecture and a vibrant art and social scene to explore.
Why is Aruba so dry?
Aruba is a small Dutch Caribbean island located a few miles north of Venezuela in the southern Caribbean. Aruba is famous for its white-sand beaches, temperate climate and because it's located just below the hurricane belt, the climate is dry, and they have very little rain.
What is a Divi Divi tree?
Definition of divi-divi : a small tropical American tree (Caesalpinia coriaria) of the legume family with twisted astringent pods that contain a large proportion of tannin.
What snakes are in Aruba?
Arikok National Park is home to various unique plant and animal species such as Aruba's rare endemic rattlesnake Crotalus unicolor). This rattlesnake is locally known as the 'Cascabel'. But Aruba has two more snake species living on the island: the Santanero and the Boa.
What are the lizards in Aruba called?
Cnemidophorus arubensis, the Aruba whiptail, or cododo is a species of whiptail lizard in the genus Cnemidophorus. It is found on the island of Aruba. They are considered the most abundant lizard species on the island of Aruba.
Are there monkeys in Aruba?
Welcome to Aruba. A tiny 19.6-mile long and six-mile wide island off the coast of Venezuela. It's home to camels, monkeys, emus and the occasional anaconda.
What should you avoid in Aruba?
10 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid on Your First Aruba VacationDon't plan your trip to Aruba around hurricane season. ... Don't stay only on Eagle or Palm Beaches. ... Don't just stick to bottled water in Aruba. ... Don't think flamingos are native to Aruba. ... Don't pack formal clothing for your Aruba getaway. ... Don't ignore Aruba nightlife.More items...•
Why is the sand in Aruba not hot?
Aruba Beaches Known for its white sand beaches, Aruba also has crystal clear water. The sand doesn't get too hot, as its composed of crushed shells.
What is hello in Aruba?
Here are a few phrases to get you started! Bon bini! = Welcome! Bon dia. / Bon tardi. / Bon nochi. = Good morning. / Good afternoon. / Good evening.
Description
L. coriaria rarely reaches its maximum height of 9 m (30 ft) because its growth is contorted by the trade winds that batter the exposed coastal sites where it often grows. In other environments it grows into a low dome shape with a clear sub canopy space.
Taxonomy
The species was first described by Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin in 1763, as Poinciana coriaria. In 1799, Carl Ludwig Willdenow transferred it to the genus Caesalpinia, and in 1830, Diederich von Schlechtendal transferred it to his newly created genus Libidibia.
Chemistry
Tannins are extracted from divi-divi pods for use in leather production.
In culture
Divi-divi is the national tree of Curaçao. It is also very common and popular on Aruba.
Uses
According to the FAO 's Ecocrop database, the pods provide tannin and a black dye used in the tanning industry and for ink. The pods also have medicinal properties. The hard, dark colored wood is used for carpentry. The tree can be planted for shade. Yields of pods may be 45-135 kg per tree per year.
Overview
Libidibia coriaria, synonym Caesalpinia coriaria, is a leguminous tree or large shrub native to the Caribbean, Central America, Mexico, and northern and western South America. Common names include divi-divi, cascalote, guaracabuya, guatapana, nacascol, tan yong, and watapana (Aruba).
Description
L. coriaria rarely reaches its maximum height of 9 m (30 ft) because its growth is contorted by the trade winds that batter the exposed coastal sites where it often grows. In other environments it grows into a low dome shape with a clear sub canopy space. Leaves are bipinnate, with 5–10 pairs of pinnae, each pinna with 15–25 pairs of leaflets; the individual leaflets are 7 mm long and 2 mm broad. …
Taxonomy
The species was first described by Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin in 1763, as Poinciana coriaria. In 1799, Carl Ludwig Willdenow transferred it to the genus Caesalpinia, and in 1830, Diederich von Schlechtendal transferred it to his newly created genus Libidibia. The genus Libidibia was not always accepted and the species was usually placed in Caesalpinia, until molecular phylogenetic studies led to the reinstatement of Libidibia.
Chemistry
Tannins are extracted from divi-divi pods for use in leather production.
Among the molecules isolated is corilagin, whose name comes from the specific epithet of the plant.
In culture
Divi-divi is the national tree of Curaçao. It is also very common and popular on Aruba.
Uses
According to the FAO's Ecocrop database, the pods provide tannin and a black dye used in the tanning industry and for ink. The pods also have medicinal properties. The hard, dark colored wood is used for carpentry. The tree can be planted for shade. Yields of pods may be 45-135 kg per tree per year.
See also
• Krummholz
• Reaction wood
• National Festival of the Dividivi
External links
• Media related to Libidibia coriaria at Wikimedia Commons
• Data related to Libidibia coriaria at Wikispecies