The Strangler Fig is a unique type of tree found in tropical and subtropical regions. It begins its life as a seed that germinates in the canopy of another tree, using the host tree for support. As it grows, it sends roots down to the ground, eventually enveloping the host tree. Over time, the Strangler Fig can completely surround and outcompete the host tree for sunlight and nutrients. This process can lead to the host tree's decline and death, leaving behind a hollow structure of the Strangler Fig. This fascinating growth pattern highlights the complex relationships in ecosystems.