Copperwood

This big tree grows up to 88 meters (288.7 feet) tall and lives for decades, with the oldest known specimen being around 145 years old. It is somewhat resistant to disease and destructive insect infestation.

It has a thick, slanted trunk covered in thin, rough, dark gray bark, and inside, the very dense wood is copper-coloured.

The branches are short stubs and are covered with large amounts of fuzzy, tiny, sickle shaped leaves with ripped edges. The leaves themselves are generally gold.

In early spring, it produces clusters of small, magenta blossoms with broad, flat petals. They detach easily and have a mildly strong scent that smells like cheap aftershave.

In late summer it forms medium-sized, dark grey, shelled seeds.

The roots are shallow and grow straight down, and overall the tree is rigid and weak, and breaks apart easily.

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