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The baobab stores water in its trunk and can survive extreme droughts.

Why it is true

The baobab, native to Madagascar and Africa, has an enormous trunk that can store up to 120,000 litres of water. This reserve allows it to survive in very dry environments and produce fruit even in times of drought.

Source: Kew Gardens

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