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Silversilk Tree

Tree type: Deciduous (Stores water in its stem)

This modest-sized tree grows up to 8 meters (26.2 feet) tall and lives for centuries, with the oldest known specimen being around 366 years old. It is very resistant to disease and destructive insect infestation.

It has a flexible, straight trunk covered in very thick, silky, gray bark, and inside, the light wood is gray.

The branches trail down across the ground and are covered with copious amounts of covered in fine hairs, tiny, sickle shaped leaves with smooth edges. The leaves themselves are gold at the bottom and subtle orange with light brown edges at the top.

In late summer it forms large, purple berries.

The roots are shallow and widely spread, and overall the tree is sturdy and rigid.

Forests of this species feature well-spaced trees, with clear space between them.

It is suitable for use as a construction material
All parts of the grass are edible.
The sap causes severe rashes