Has branches, sure, but has no roots,
And on its branches grow no fruits;
Yet bright red apples there you'll see,
And oranges of high degree—
Apples and oranges on one tree!"
"That sounds very strange," quoth little Willee.
"No flowers bloom there, snowy white,
Yet with these fruits—a curious sight—
Are oft seen flowers both red and white!
Should you climb to the top without a fall,