Blackneedle

This average-sized tree grows up to 11 meters (36.1 feet) tall and lives seemingly forever, with many known specimen being tens of thousands of years old. It is not very resistant to disease and destructive insect infestation.

It has a stocky, curved trunk covered in delicate, ridged, black bark, and inside, the soft wood is mahogany-coloured.

The branches trail down towards the ground, covered with small bunches of tiny, orange-yellow needles. The needles themselves are light.

In late summer it produces medium-sized, dark brown aril (seeds with fleshy covers).

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 well-spaced trees, with grassy ground between them.