Whomping willows from "summary" of Harry Potter Embroidery by Deborah Wilding
The Whomping Willow is a magical tree that has been used to protect the magical world from trespassers. It has special properties that cause it to move and sway when an intruder is near, making it difficult to pass.- There is also a strong magical protective barrier surrounding the whomping willow which can be felt by creatures such as broomsticks and other flying objects. This keeps any intruders far away from the tree while remaining undetected by Muggle eyes.
- The Whomping Willow is a fierce tree found in the grounds of Hogwarts. It violently swats anything that gets too close, making it a formidable obstacle!
- The Tree has a very special secret however -there's really an entrance to the Shrieking Shack hidden beneath it. When the willow seems closest to attacking, it actually stops when the branch is tapped forcefully at a certain point.
- Everytime you look upon the Whomping Willow, it reminds one of the wondrous abilities found in spells and magic; twisting and maneuvering with vigorous movement whether provoked or not.
- When Harry and Ron crash their Ford Anglia into the willow, its branches grab hold of the car and slam it against the ground before tossing it aside.
