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Caramel Tree

Tree type: Deciduous (Stores water in its leaves)

This small tree grows up to 2 meters (6.6 feet) tall and lives for centuries, with the oldest known specimen being around 439 years old. It is very susceptible to disease and insect infestation.

It has a flexible, straight trunk covered in thin, ridged, yellow-brown bark, and inside, the hard wood is white with black speckles.

The sparse amount of branches are short, thin and wispy and are covered with small amounts of waxy, huge, spiral leaves with serrated edges. The leaves themselves are caramel on the sides and beige at the center.

In late summer it forms medium-sized, lime seed pods.

The roots form a tightly packed ball, and overall the tree is sturdy, flexible, and difficult to uproot or break.

Forests of this species feature the trees packed together densely, with the space between them filled with thick undergrowth.

It is suitable for creating tough, hard-wearing textiles
It is often referred to as the most beautiful of all flowers.