Monkey Puzzle

long arms with prickled skin

pointing in every directions

a single trunk standing tall

magnificent plant held with affection

each leaf,stiff and sharp to touch

helping with this plant`s protection

pale growth spurts with each year

is something I should mention

standing there, rooted to it`s spot

always capturing much attention

don`t get to close, for it`s quite painful

those spikes can hurt on reflection

Monkey Puzzles are so unique

proud to have one for my selection

though they`re not always pleasant

they're definitely in my collection !

(C)Lissie's Poems 2025