Strange tree that 'grows money' and the surprising truth behind it

We often hear that: "Money doesn't grow on trees." However, the truth is that there are trees that "grow money."

They say money doesn't grow on trees. But that certainly seems to be the case with the mysterious coin-studded trees scattered across forests in the UK.

The strange phenomenon of gnarled ancient trees with coins embedded in their bark has been spotted on trails from the Peak District to the Scottish Highlands.

Kỳ lạ loài cây — A money tree with copper and silver coins nailed to its trunk near Ingleton, North Yorkshire

Passersby often use rocks to strike coins into the trunks of felled trees in the hope that this will bring them good luck. The coins, buried deep in the bark for centuries, have warped over time.

The practice is reminiscent of throwing money into water for good luck, or the trend of couples attaching "love locks" to bridges and fences to symbolize lasting romance.

Muerig Jones, the tourist who discovered these trees, said: "The first time I saw them, I was extremely surprised by the tree trunks that were firmly stuck with thousands of coins. Then I tried to find out and found out that these trees are called wishing trees."

This belief dates back to the 1700s. When coins were first embedded into trees, they carried the most common wish of the people at that time: to be free from disease. Accordingly, those who tried to remove other people's coins would be cursed and contract terrible diseases.

"We never publicized this discovery, but somehow the tree still attracts a lot of people to come here," Muerig shared. Over time, the wishes are not only for good health but also for a rich and happy life.

In Scotland, there is also a legend about the kissing tree. If a young man can hammer a nail into the tree with just one blow, he will receive a kiss from his lover.

Hai Van (T/h)

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