Azurecling

This modest-sized tree grows up to 28 meters (91.9 feet) tall and lives for centuries, with the oldest known specimen being around 509 years old. It is very resistant to disease and destructive insect infestation.

It has a stocky, straight trunk covered in ridged, pine-coloured bark, and inside, the dense wood is black with white speckles.

The branches trail down to the ground and are covered with handfuls of crispy, large, asymmetrical leaves with tattered edges. The leaves themselves are found in lime, azure and washed-out blue varieties.

In late summer it forms tiny, red aril (seeds with fleshy covers).

The roots grow as a near perfect mirror of the tree above, and overall the tree is sturdy, flexible, and difficult to uproot or break.

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