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Bookmark or Share- Tumbleweed - WikipediaOriginating in the Western genre, tumbleweeds are frequently used as a trope in films and TV shows. In shots set in a desolate and deserted place, or generally in a locale with little activity, tumbleweeds may be seen rolling across the scenery.
- Everything You Need to Know About Tumbleweeds - LawnStarterTumbleweeds inspired our iconic view of the Old West, but what are they, and can they be controlled? Here’s everything you need to know about tumbleweeds.
- Salsola tragus - WikipediaThis detached anatomical part of Salsola tragus is colloquially called "tumbleweed" (although there are many other plant species that also produce tumbleweeds). Once mature, dry, and detached from the plant, this tumbleweed will tumble (i.e., roll) due to the force of the wind.
- Why Do Tumbleweeds Tumble? | Deep Look - YouTubeExplore big scientific mysteries by going incredibly small. Tumbleweeds might be the iconic props of classic Westerns. But in real life, they’re not only a noxious weed, but one that moves around.
- Deserts, Invasive Species, Wind Dispersal - Britannicatumbleweed, plant that breaks away from its roots and is driven about by the wind as a light rolling mass, scattering seeds as it goes.
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