The seeds of the pincushion plant are covered with a fleshy, nutritious coating that attracts ants. They carry the seeds to their nests and feed on the coating, leaving the seeds safe underground. Bush fires act as the stimulus for the seed to germinate.
[Today’s guests]
Welcome to #trainhostelhokutosei from all over the world! We enjoy talking with them and taking photos:) The guy who is from #Sweden have traveled more than 20 countries and show us many beautiful pictures! Tokyo is getting warm nowadays!