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seed idea

18 years ago

could you grow a plant seed in another plant, like a host. like a seed in a tree. Im gonna try a cactus seed inside a cactus. has any ever done this... or is it a myth, cuz ive heard of it before.

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kayjones
18 years ago
You never know if you can do something until you try! Who knows - you may be the newest version of Darwin - good luck!
brenhan
17 years ago
here in florida, i have seen ferns growing in the crevices on palm trees, and a small elm seedling as well.

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