Redleaf

This short tree grows up to 2 meters (6.6 feet) tall and lives for decades, with the oldest known specimen being around 160 years old. It is not very resistant to disease and destructive insect infestation.

It has a sturdy, straight trunk covered in thin, cracked, light gray bark, and inside, the dense wood is black.

The numerous branches trail down to the ground and are covered with small amounts of sticky, small, kidney-shaped leaves with wavy edges. The leaves themselves are solid red with lime patches.

In late summer it forms giant, yellow, winged seeds that float and land far away.

The roots are shallow 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.