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Clinging Maple

Tree type: Deciduous (Grows upwards by clinging to almost any surface.)

This small tree grows up to 2 meters (6.6 feet) tall and lives for decades, with the oldest known specimen being around 178 years old. It is somewhat resistant to disease and destructive insect infestation.

It has a stocky, wavy trunk covered in silky, light brown bark, and inside, the hard wood is pine-coloured.

The branches trail down across the ground and are covered with sparse amounts of covered in fine hairs, huge, broad, flat leaves with irregular edges. The leaves themselves are peach and brown.

In early spring, it produces thick bunches of small, orange blossoms with slender, pointed petals. They are sturdy and have a strong scent that smells like baby powder.

In late summer it forms large, vibrant orange, tough-shelled seeds.

The roots form a tightly packed ball, and overall the tree is rigid and brittle.

Forests of this species feature well-spaced trees, with patches of undergrowth between them.

It is difficult to kill and will quickly regrow if it falls or if its limbs are knocked off.
It is often home to a particular bird species.
It is suitable for making strong rope