This tree is an icon that graces the garden of the Gran Mariscal de Ayacucho Museum. It is known for its immense roots, which grow so large that they wrap around other trees and rocks. It doesn’t need to be watered; its proximity to the Manzanares River allows it to absorb the water it needs to stay standing through its extensive root system. In ancient times, after boiling and grinding its bark, the villagers were able to produce handmade paper for their writings.