Based on Black Locusts, a tree in the pea family that has paired thorns and glands on its branches which make it resemble a devil face. They're also known for setting down a lot of roots called runners, which are capable of sprouting whole new trees. Even if you cut, burn, and poison the original trunk, you'll still end up with a million little locust saplings as long as the roots are around.
by stressedoutoddish