Welwitschia Mirabilis: The Two-Leafed Plant Thriving for Over 2,000 Years
Welwitschia mirabilis, found in the harsh Namib Desert of Namibia and Angola, is a remarkable plant with only two leaves that can live for over 2,000 years. Its unique biology and incredible longevity are testaments to ancient evolutionary processes.
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