food tree noun3 •A tree cultivated or managed for edible products (such as leaves, seeds) that are used for human consumption (term either including or used in opposition to "fruit tree")Only the main food tree crops - coconut, sago, breadfruit, pandanus, and banana - are discussed here; ... — 2000 •A tree whose products are consumed by animals or wildlife.Because several trails from various directions lead into that food tree, you may not be certain where to place your treestand. — 1992 •An apparatus in or on which food for animals or wildlife is arranged.The overhauling of special apparatus and the making of fresh "food-trees" is in order. — 1911 formsfood trees