Pharisee

Pharisees are a species of carnivorous tree-like life forms from the Venusian jungles. They look similar to Friendly Trees and use this resemblance to lure prey to their branches. Unlike Friendly Trees, the Pharisees attack quickly, using sharp spikes to brutally impale their victims.

Appearances

 * "Parasite Planet", by Stanley G. Weinbaum (1935)