Buttress Root Collection

1000 year old grove of Banyan fig trees (Ficus benghalensis) Tongbiguan Nature Reserve, Dehong Prefecture, Yunnan province, China, May 2017

Strangler fig (Ficus sp) growing over Hoop Pine tree(Araucaria cunninghamii) with branches knotting round each other, Morans Falls Track, Green Mountains

Tropical forest, Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Madagascar, March 2005

Tropical forest, Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Madagascar, March 2005

Jungle, tree trunk, buttress roots with climber, bei Tham Nam Thalu, Khao Sok Nationalpark, Provinz Surat Thani, Thailand

Buttress roots of the Stranger Fig -Ficus subgenus Urostigma- in the Rincon de La Vieja National Park, Guanacaste, Costa Rica, Central America

Buttress roots, Dragonsblood Tree -Pterocarpus officinalis-, Punta Uva, Puerto Viejo Costa Rica, Central America

Buttress Root and trunk detail of a Ceiba Tree (Ceiba pentandra) in Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica

Mossy buttress roots of a beech tree C013 / 9919
Mossy buttress roots of a beech tree. Mosses are small plants without roots or water-conducting stems. They typically grow in dense mats on damp trees, rocks or soil

Buttress root in jungle at Arenal Hanging Bridges where rainforest canopy is accessible via walkways, La Fortuna, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica, Central America

Stilt roots of the palm tree, Iriartea
Stilt roots. The stilt roots of the palm, Iriartea deltoidia in the rainforest. The roots of this palm can be seen spreading above the ground

Buttress roots on a tree in swamp
Buttress roots on an unidentified tree in the Nariva freshwater swamp, Trinidad. The roots arise from the trunk above soil level

Buttress roots on unidentified tree
Buttress roots on an unidentified tree in the Nariva freshwater swamp, Trinidad. The roots arise from the trunk above soil level

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"Discovering the Ancient Wisdom of Buttress Roots in Tropical Forests" In Tongbiguan Nature Reserve, a hidden gem lies within a 1000-year-old grove of Banyan fig trees. These magnificent giants, known for their buttress roots, stand tall and proud, showcasing nature's architectural marvels. Journeying to Andasibe-Mantadia National Park in Madagascar, one is greeted by the sight of a Strangler fig gracefully entwined around a Hoop Pine tree. Its intricate network of buttress roots provides both support and sustenance to this symbiotic relationship between two species. Venturing further into the lush tropical forest of Khao Sok National Park in Thailand reveals an enchanting scene. Here, amidst towering trees with impressive buttress roots, climbers find their way up towards the sunlight above—a testament to nature's resilience and adaptability. Exploring Northwestern Ecuador's cloud forest region brings encounters with Tarya roaming amidst moss-covered trees. Amidst this mystical landscape lie majestic Stranger Figs with their robust buttress roots firmly anchored into the earth—a true spectacle that showcases Mother Nature's artistic prowess. Costa Rica beckons adventurers to Rincon de La Vieja National Park where Buttress Roots take center stage once again. The subgenus Urostigma Ficus proudly displays its elaborate root system—an intricate web that intertwines strength and beauty seamlessly. Puerto Viejo Costa Rica offers another captivating sight—the Dragonsblood Tree adorned with striking Buttress Roots. As if frozen mid-dance, these natural sculptures captivate onlookers while providing stability to this majestic tree species. Corcovado National Park unveils yet another masterpiece—the Ceiba Tree standing tall with its Buttress Root intricately woven into its trunk. This harmonious union exemplifies nature's ability to create breathtaking works of art over centuries. Arenal Hanging Bridges in Costa Rica allows visitors an up-close encounter with jungle life.