Limeberry

This small fruit tree grows up to 8 feet (2.4 meters) tall and lives for up to 25 years, with the oldest known specimen being around 28 years old. It is somewhat resistant to disease and destructive insect infestation.

It has a flexible, curved trunk covered in paper-thin, rough, pine-coloured bark, and inside, the light wood is light brown.

The numerous branches are very short and thick and are covered with large amounts of tiny, needle-like leaves with rounded edges. The leaves themselves are solid lime with hazel patches.

In early spring, it produces dozens of medium-sized, dark brown blossoms with 8 cylindrical shaped petals. They detach easily and have a scent whose strength depends on external factors, such as soil quality and rain frequency that smells like wet dog.

In late summer it produces , asymmetrical fruit. The rubbery ashy green skin is stretchy and edible when roasted; it is spicy, and the crunchy orange flesh is spicy and dry. The slate seed is tiny and is in the centre of the fruit.

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

Forests of this species feature trees spaced far apart, with patches of undergrowth between them.