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Copperfern

Tree type: Deciduous (Grows upwards by winding itself around other objects and plants.)

This huge tree grows up to 147 meters (482.3 feet) tall and lives for decades, with the oldest known specimen being around 156 years old. It is not very resistant to disease and destructive insect infestation.

It has a long and flexible, straight trunk covered in ridged, dark green bark, and inside, the very dense wood is pale brown-grey.

The tangled mess of branches trail down towards the ground and are covered with copious amounts of waxy, miniature, long, narrow leaves with rounded edges. The leaves themselves are found in florescent orange, bronze and slate varieties.

In late summer it forms large, silver berries.

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 the space between them filled with thick undergrowth.

It can survive a very long time without water.
The leaves are excellent for making pulp fibers.
It is suitable for making paper