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The ombú (Phytolacca dioica) (Spanish: bellasombra, ombú) is a semi-evergreen tree, native to the pampas of South America, although in Barcelona it behaves like a deciduous tree, except in the milder winter years when it is not. it loses all its leaves. It is characterized by a large development in width, both the roots and the cup.

It blooms in June, with creamy white flowers clustered in clusters. The fruits are light brown. It is used in gardening as a shade tree, in parks or large gardens, but also in walks, avenues and squares.

This tree has been in the Parc de les Aigües since the beginning of the 70’s. It welcomes us in this green space, if we access it from the corner entrance of Plaça Alfons el Savi.

Since then, boys and girls have been playing with their big roots, and their shade invites us to sit on the nearby benches to rest or just relax while we listen to the birds in the park sing.

The roots are very large and sinuous, it seems that the tree can rise at any time and start walking. In its holes it seems to hide the den of animals, or we can imagine a magical world of goblins and fairies of nature living in this tree. What inspires you? Observe and touch the curves of the roots, look at the large trunk and branches of the tree, and all its leaves open to the sky.

We leave you with more information so that you can enjoy the DESPERTA Art i Natura workshops and itineraries with us: https://www.animallatitude.org/desperta-art-i-natura

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