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The pods of the maple tree, commonly known as samaras, are typically flat and winged, resembling a small helicopter or propeller. They usually contain a single seed and can vary in size and shape among different maple species. When released from the tree, these winged seeds spin as they fall, allowing them to be carried by the wind to new locations for germination.
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Maple seeds are blown away from a maple tree on a windy day and spin as they fall to the earth. How could this be an adaptation to help the maple trees survive?
It is not the Maple leaves that spin as they fall. The seed pods are what are spinning. The pods fall away from the tree and some will germinate and grow.
What is the name of a tree similar to catalpa that has acorn shaped pods instead of bean shaped?
Japanese Empress Tree or Paulownia tomentosa
What type of tree produces bean-like pods?
The tree that produces bean-like pods is called a mesquite tree.
What type of tree produces pea-like pods?
The tree that produces pea-like pods is called the acacia tree.
Can you grow a maple tree from a helicopter?
What are known in nature as helicopters are the seed pods so yes you can grow a tree from them, given the right conditions.
What tree has large green leaves white clusters of brush like blooms and then large softball sized heart shaped four lobed green seed pods?
magnolia tree
Why some maple trees have seed pods and others don't?
Some maple trees produce seed pods while others do not due to differences in species, environmental conditions, and tree health. Certain species, like the Norway maple, are known for their prolific seed production, while others may produce fewer seeds or none at all. Factors such as age, stress, or lack of pollination can also influence seed pod development. Ultimately, genetic variation and ecological factors play key roles in whether a particular maple tree will bear seed pods.
What does the leaf on the Canadian flag?
The leaf on the Canadian Flag, is a representation of a 'Maple Leaf'. This is because the maple tree is one of the most common trees in Canada. The maple tree is biologically related the the European sycamore tree, which has a very similar shaped leaf.
Which tree has long seed pods?
The tree with long seed pods is the acacia tree.
What is rotocopters?
A Rotocopter is a mini helicopter made from paper that spins when you drop it to the ground. Reminiscent of the maple tree seed pods that can spin in the air when dropped to the ground is similar to what a rotocopter looks and spins like.
How do you use maple in a sentence?
Canada has a Maple leave on their flag. Maple syrup tastes really good.
What does the sugar maple tree smell like?
oranges maple sugar fruit
