The Desert Speaks

Baja Boojums: Bizarre Plants

Turning inland, the intrepid travelers begin a thorough investigation into the weird, wild plants of Baja California. They quickly encounter the mystical, mythical Boojum tree. One of the oddest plants imaginable, the Boojum tree is leafless for most of the year and looks a bit like an upturned turnip. Along the continuing journey to the Pacific side, the wonders of Baja unfold.

Baja Boojums: Bizarre Plants

26m 14s

Turning inland, the intrepid travelers begin a thorough investigation into the weird, wild plants of Baja California. They quickly encounter the mystical, mythical Boojum tree. One of the oddest plants imaginable, the Boojum tree is leafless for most of the year and looks a bit like an upturned turnip. Along the continuing journey to the Pacific side, the wonders of Baja unfold.

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