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Tree #12

Pittosporum tobira

This resilient 50-year-old Pittosporum tobira, with its dense canopy and deep green luster, is a truly beloved landmark in San Francisco's Bernal Heights. For half a century, it has quietly anchored the community, a steady presence through transformations. It stood when Widow O'Brien rallied the entire neighborhood to storm the city pound for her confiscated milk cow, reflecting enduring community spirit. Its leaves surely whispered as the 1906 earthquake created a vast tent city on the hill, which later grew into permanent cottages. This enduring tree, a silent witness to remarkable local history and everyday moments, marks time for all who encounter its steadfast beauty.

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Tiffany Shlain
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Ken Goldberg
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