Elderly individuals generate income through economical means using the saplings of a time-honored tree species
In a surprising turn of events, a couple in Wichenford, Worcestershire, England, has discovered seeds from a Wollemi pine tree, a species that has existed for over 90 million years and was once thought to be extinct. The Thompson couple, Pamela and Alistair, purchased the Wollemi pine as a sapling in 2010 for just $94 on shopping TV.
The Thompson's Wollemi pine tree is now bearing fruit, with each cone worth up to $13 (around €11) each. If each cone produces hundreds of seeds, the couple could earn tens of thousands of dollars in the coming years.
The Wollemi pine, a unique conifer native to Australia, was first discovered in 1994 in a remote part of the country. Since then, saplings and cuttings of the Wollemi pine have been sold worldwide. The seeds from the Thompson's Wollemi pine tree are the first discovered outside of Australia since the initial discovery in 1994.
The Thompson couple planted the Wollemi pine in their garden, finding it amusing that dinosaurs might have eaten these seeds. Little did they know, their tree would one day produce seeds worth a small fortune.
The couple hopes to use the proceeds from selling the seeds to protect the endangered species and donate the money to charitable causes. With each seed worth over $6,700 according to The New York Post, the Thompson couple could potentially donate a significant amount of money to worthy causes.
The discovery of these rare seeds has sparked excitement in the scientific community and beyond. The Wollemi pine is a testament to the resilience of nature and the importance of preserving rare and unique species. The Thompson couple's story serves as a reminder that even the smallest actions can make a big difference in the world.
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