>Pecans are close to the original..............some wild ones are still >growing in the southeast and are not so different from cultivated ones. I have no idea how the tree got there, but there's a pecan tree in the side yard of my family home and I can tell you this - there is no comparison between your standard, store-bought pecan and fresh pecans. Store nuts are all but nut-shaped leather; fresh pecans are plump and slightly sweet, heaven in the palm of your hand. Dori Zook Denver, CO _________________________________________________________________ Chat with friends online, try MSN Messenger: http://messenger.msn.com