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When most people think of trees, they picture round-topped dogwoods, drooping pines, and great weeping willows. But, not all trees grow the same. 

Not Many People Get It

Cubed trees are typically in the oak family, and they are usually bred and trimmed to grow in this formation. However, some oaks can actually grow in cube shapes in the wild. This one, for example, grew this way all by itself. 

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.