壹蘋派生活美語　大自然的暗器！危機四伏的沙盒樹

　　The sandbox tree is a large tree that is native to South America. It can grow up to 40 meters tall in the right conditions. Their wide canopy of soft, thin leaves can also be inviting. However, it’s best to keep your distance because the sandbox tree can be quite dangerous. The sandbox tree is covered in tiny spikes. These spiky thorns are a warning for humans and animals to stay away. The tree’s sap is also poisonous.

　　沙盒樹是一種原產於南美洲的大型樹種。在適當的條件下，它能長到四十公尺高。它們有柔軟薄葉的寬闊樹冠也很吸引人。不過，最好與沙盒樹保持距離，因為它可能非常危險。沙盒樹上布滿細小的尖刺。這些尖刺警告人類與動物不要靠近。這種樹的樹汁也有毒。

生活必備字詞：

be native to + 地方　　原產於……（某地）

keep one’s distance　　保持距離

warning　n. 警告

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本文節錄自《常春藤生活英語》雜誌，完整內容請見九月號。