(Rainbow Gum Tree) - Kauai, HI *6/19/18*

What!? A Gum Tree!?!?
No, it's not the gum you chew.
And yes, it is a real tree.
These trees are amazing! The bark, which is paper thin, can peel away leaving all the colors of the rainbow. They can grow to a full size of 200 ft. Also, they can used as a bonsai in colder environments.
They are extremely resistant, and are known to be one of the fastest growing trees in the world. They can be found growing naturally in Hawaii, where this photo was taken. They also can be found in other countries such as the Philippines and Papa New Guinea.
This was the first time I had seen a tree like this. To be honest, I thought they were painted. After all, I was at luau in Hawaii. Who knows? I thought maybe they were trying to make it more festive. I kept thinking, "Why? Why would destroy nature to try to make it more beautiful?"
Well, I should have known. Everything else I have seen Hawaii was naturally gorgeous, why wouldn't this be? It is. It sure as damn sure is.

Fun Facts

• Despite the clearly bright colored bark, this tree is one of the top producers for "white" paper. Yes, "white" paper
• This Eucalyptus tree is the only one indigenous to the northern hemisphere
• It is part of the "Evergreen" family
• The base of the trunk can get up to 6 ft. around

You can purchase their seeds on your own to grow in your house or backyard at many different websites. Here are just a few websites to choose from.
https://www.greentreeworld.com/‎
https://www.ebay.com/‎
https://www.fast-growing-trees.com
https://www.amazon.com

More info can be found at some of the websites:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com › Ornamental Gardens › Trees › Eucalyptus
https://www.tenrandomfacts.com/rainbow-eucalyptus/
https://www.hunker.com › Home Hacks & Answers › Plants, Flowers & Herbs › Trees

I encourage everyone in the whole world to see the beauty of Hawaii at least once.
#Hawaii #Kauai #Beauty

- Jump Productions

Past Posts:
https://steemit.com/colourfulphotography/@jumpproductions/backyard-tropic-flower-colorful-photography-6-17-18
https://steemit.com/landscapephotography/@jumpproductions/my-hawaii-trip-pt-1-kauai-6-14-18
https://steemit.com/animalphotography/@jumpproductions/feather-you-believe-it-or-not
https://steemit.com/smartphonephotography/@jumpproductions/the-one-that-got-away-athena-pt-1-6-12-18
https://steemit.com/goldenhourphotography/@jumpproductions/backyard-sunset-golden-hour-photography-6-11-18

Thanks Steemit Family, I hope to see you again very soon!

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