How to create a tree view (collapsible list) using only HTML and CSS

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Tree views in CSS Tree views can be created using only HTML and CSS. Accessibility software will see the tree view as lists nested inside disclosure widgets. The browser implements the element as a disclosure widget, giving the ability to expand and collapse the nested lists.