This is an Osage-Orange tree
The Osage Indians made bows from its wood
The fruit contains a bitter, milky sap
That is inedible and does not make good food.
Except for the seeds, which squirrels will eat
But squirrels will eat anything if they're in the mood!
(Special thanks to guest photographer, David Simpson.)
Sources: https://www.wildflower.org/plants/result.php?id_plant=mapo
Photo © 2021 David Simpson and text © 2021 Dee Fairbanks Simpson
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