How Eucalyptus Got Here, and Why It Burns
Depending on whom you ask, eucalyptus trees are either an icon in California or a fire-prone scourge. In today's episode, reporter Daniel Potter takes us on a journey through how this non-native tree came to the state. We'll learn why it was planted in such large numbers in the first place. Then we explore why some Eucalyptus groves have become a concerning wildfire threat.
Additional Reading:
Eucalyptus: How California's Most Hated Tree Took Root
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