In fact, this tree is one of the top 100 of the "world’s worst invaders.” Non-native species can become harmful when they push out other native species that are meant to survive in a local place.
The Nandi flame tree survives through photosynthesis, a process by which the tree creates its own food from carbon dioxide, water, and sunlight. How cool is it that trees make their own food? The Nandi flame tree, such as the one outside my window, has adapted to its new habitat in India and has grown to be a large, beautiful tree.
The only harm to this tree is the possibility of being cut down. Many trees are cut down here to make room for new buildings. Some termite species can also pose a threat to this species, making its wood rot.
