Square Roots
(Photo: question_ev3rything)
Redditor question_ev3rything spotted this amazing tree root formation in Guangzhou, China. The persistent tree has pushed its away into the orderly, grid-lined human world.
A very patient artist could use this phenomenon to grow some impressive works of art.
-via Twisted Sifter
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Yes, I think that you're correct.
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I don't think it's pushed its way up - I reckon they're surface roots that are following the only paths to the soil beneath for adventitious roots.
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