Mahogany

This large tree grows up to 68 meters (223.1 feet) tall and lives for centuries, with the oldest known specimen being around 237 years old. It is somewhat resistant to disease and destructive insect infestation.

It has a stocky, twisting trunk covered in thick, silky, brown and grey bark, and inside, the hard wood is mahogany-coloured.

The small bunches of branches are short stubs and are covered with handfuls of fuzzy, large, wispy leaves with wavy edges. The leaves themselves are solid beige or turquoise, with cream lines.

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

The roots are shallow and widely spread, and overall the tree is sturdy and rigid.

Forests of this species feature well-spaced trees, with the space between them filled with thick undergrowth.