Copperwood

This large fruit tree grows up to 27 feet (8.2 meters) tall and lives for up to 10 years, with the oldest known specimen being around 24 years old. It is very resistant to destructive insect infestation but susceptible to disease.

It has a thick, straight trunk covered in waxy, silver and white bark, and inside, the dense wood is copper-coloured.

The branches trail down across the ground and are covered with large amounts of tiny, very thick leaves with smooth edges. The leaves themselves are found in olive and vibrant green varieties.

In early spring, it produces lots of giant, aquamarine blossoms with spear shaped petals. They fall easily and have a weak scent that smells like pepper.

In mid-summer it produces tiny, cuboid fruit. The rough lilac skin is tough and edible when cooked; it is sweet, and the slightly crunchy vibrant green flesh is sweet and very juicy. The crimson seeds are large and are bunched at the top of the fruit.

The roots form a tightly packed ball, and overall the tree is sturdy and rigid.

Forests of this species feature trees spaced far apart, with patches of undergrowth between them.