It photosynthesizes throughout its green bark, as well as in it's leaves. It is gnarled and tangles within itself, making is a puzzle to follow and enjoy. This little gem grows not far from our home here is sunny Carefree, AZ.
Here is a page from my sketchbook (you can see the upper left hand side has rings in it).
I saw this cat and something he did just made me stare and stare at him. I had to sketch him. What attitude! No wonder they call him the King of the Jungle!