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Which tree trunk is the largest in circumference?

The record holder in this respect is the sowing chestnut (Castanea sativa) in Sicily.

In 1875, the circumference of the five fused trunks of this tree was 64,2 meters. At present, this tree has partially dried up, which is not surprising - experts estimate its age at 3600-4000 years.

Author: Kondrashov A.P.

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