Redwoodfern

This average-sized tree grows up to 50 meters (164.1 feet) tall and lives for over 1,000 years, with the oldest known specimen being around 1519 years old. It is very resistant to disease but is susceptible to destructive insect infestation.

It has a sturdy, straight trunk covered in waxy, brown bark, and inside, the flexible wood is gray.

The numerous branches trail down towards the ground, with thousands of twigs covered with large amounts of small, red needles. The needles themselves are delicate.

In late summer it produces tiny, cream, tough-shelled seeds.

The roots are long and grow straight down, and overall the tree is sturdy, flexible, and difficult to uproot or break.

Forests of this species feature well-spaced trees, with patches of undergrowth between them.