For most of its life it looks just like a regular old palm. But then, after about 100 years, it flowers! A sort of large, ...

In the heart of Madagascar’s arid landscapes, a botanical wonder stands tall—the ancient baobab trees. These surreal giants, ...

The giant Madagascar palm will be called Tahina spectabilis, which is Malagasy for blessed or to be protected. On the Indian Ocean island of Madagascar, botanists have discovered a new species of ...

One of the most popular attractions in Madagascar, the Avenue of the Baobabs, is a dirt road flanked by about 25 Baobab trees. The trees, which are only found on the island, grow to be almost 100 ...