Gods Wasps and Stranglers

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The Secret History and Redemptive Future of Fig Trees Fig trees are found throughout the tropical world with over 800 species in the genus Ficus. Many figs have an elaborate pollination system involving tiny wasps that have coevolved with the trees. The fig trees attract animals and promote biodiversity in the immediate area. The author highlights how edible figs have been discovered in archaeological sites that date back to 13000 years ago. The author also devotes several chapters to specific historical tree and its ecological impact.