Mahogany

This modest-sized tree grows up to 10 meters (32.8 feet) tall and lives for decades, with the oldest known specimen being around 134 years old. It is very resistant to disease but is susceptible to destructive insect infestation.

It has a stocky, straight trunk covered in thin, waxy, mahogany-coloured bark, and inside, the hard wood is pale brown-grey.

The branches trail down towards the ground and are covered with sparse amounts of rough, giant, long, narrow leaves with ripped edges. The leaves themselves are generally yellow.

In late summer it forms small, blue berries.

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 patches of undergrowth between them.