This tree has thorns, which can be found up and down the trunk and also potently arming the branches. The thorns sometimes are up to 5 inches long, needle-sharp and often divided at the base.

A question for Dan Gill: I just planted a 3-foot Meyer lemon tree. How do I keep it from growing thorns? Any other tips would be appreciated. -- Pam Barron Answer: All of the citrus trees we grow ...

For most of the year, this outlandish tree from Brazil is noticed primarily for its unique trunk that is covered with suberous, pea-green bark and large, squat, keep-your-distance thorns.

It’s the branch of a tree, but this tree is no good for a tree house. Take a look at the thorns, which can be found up and down the trunk, and also potently arming the branches.

For most of the year, this outlandish tree from Brazil is noticed primarily for its unique trunk that is covered with suberous, pea-green bark and large, squat, keep-your-distance thorns. These thorns ...