Lone tree, Namibia

Lone tree, Namibia

A single tree has survived years of heat, drought and very occasional rain. Elevation: 993 meters


Lone tree, Namibia

Lone tree, Namibia

A single tree has not only survived years of heat, drought and very occasional rain, but thrived to become a mature giant. Elevation: 620 meters


The Deadvlei tree

The Deadvlei tree

Prior to my visit unseasonal rains had turned trees, shrubs and plants green and in bloom, but the water was long gone from this particular and iconic clay…