a baobab tree was large enough to be hollowed out to contain a pub. African Baobab in Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay, Singapore According to African legend, during the time of creation ...

"Baobab trees are sacred. We use them when conducting special prayers, administering curses, or blessing people. It is as sacred to us as the Mugumo tree is to the people of Central," he said.

They form a long queue and he gives each one a tree to plant. The hyena arrives late as usual and, being last in the queue, is given a small baobab. She is so annoyed that she takes the tree and ...