Ancient Pinefern

This modest-sized tree grows up to 22 meters (72.2 feet) tall and lives seemingly forever, with many known specimen being tens of thousands of years old. It is very susceptible to disease and insect infestation.

It has a slender, angular trunk covered in ridged, pine-coloured bark, and inside, the flexible wood is yellow.

The branches are very long and slender, with thousands of twigs covered with small bunches of huge, gray needles. The needles themselves are delicate.

In late summer it produces medium-sized, vivid red, winged seeds that float and land far away.

The roots spread far and go deep underground, and overall the tree is sturdy and rigid.

Forests of this species feature well-spaced trees, with grassy ground between them.