The edible seeds of the Sweet Chestnut are protected in a spikey capsule. When they are ripe and ready for dispersal the capsule drops and opens to re
The edible seeds of the Sweet Chestnut are protected in a spikey capsule. When they are ripe and ready for dispersal the capsule drops and opens to revel the seeds. they are soungt after be many bords and mammals
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Location: Studley Park, UK
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