Bluebell Tree

This short tree grows up to 3 meters (9.8 feet) tall and lives for decades, with the oldest known specimen being around 179 years old. It is very resistant to disease but is susceptible to destructive insect infestation.

It has a very thick, wavy trunk covered in fine, waxy, brown-green bark, and inside, the soft wood is white.

The branches trail down towards the ground and are covered with handfuls of sticky, giant, thick leaves with smooth edges. The leaves themselves are pastel blue and black.

In early spring, it produces many balls of large, bronze blossoms with finger-like petals with a bell-shaped floral cup. They are sturdy and have an intense scent that smells like rainy days.

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

The roots are shallow and grow straight down, and overall the tree is sturdy and rigid.

Forests of this species feature well-spaced trees, with grassy ground between them.