Ancient Super-Ferns Sparked Giant Wildfires Millions of Years Ago!

Scientists have discovered that ancient ferns [plants that do not have flowers or seeds] acted like giant matchsticks, causing massive wildfires to burn across Europe over 200 million years ago. These tough plants kept growing back super fast after every fire, creating a never-ending cycle of fuel for the flames. Can you imagine a world where the forests were practically fireproof-proof?