Shaele Powell's great-great-great-uncle didn't live to see his 8-foot banyan sapling turn into a sprawling, 2-acre forest in and of itself in Lahaina, Hawaii, but his descendants have.
An iconic landmark in the historic town on the island of Maui, the tree represents a symbol of Powell's family and a memorable setting for all who have visited.
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