Alias: Aquarex Elm
Origin: Berinu/Coastal Thazvaar (woodlands, marshes)
The Berinu Rainwood, also known as the Aquarex Elm, is a tall, resilient tree native to the fertile woodlands and marshes of Berinu and the coastal regions of Thazvaar. Its smooth, pale bark beads heavy rain, channeling water to its roots, making it a vital component of wetland ecosystems. The tree’s ability to coppice cleanly supports rapid regrowth, historically utilized by Berinese tribes for sustainable timber and restoration projects. Its wood is prized for crafting durable structures and tools, and its presence indicates stable, nutrient-rich soil, making it a key species for agricultural and ecological surveys.
Berinu Rainwoods thrive in fertile valleys, forested lowlands, and mineral-rich river deltas of Berinu, and in marshy coastal zones of Thazvaar. They prefer waterlogged soils and are often found near rivers, deltas, or wetlands where their roots stabilize soil against erosion. They are absent in arid or high-altitude regions.
Found at low elevations, typically from sea level to 1 km. Rare above 2 km where mountainous borders lack necessary water saturation.
Berinu’s warm temperate to subtropical climate, averaging 15–30°C, supports growth. High humidity from southern stellar influences fosters dense vegetation. Coastal Thazvaar offers similar conditions with moderate saline challenges that the tree tolerates.
Adapted to seasonal rains and convection winds delivering nutrient-rich floods to deltas. Withstands frequent flooding and occasional dust storms from Thazvaar’s proximity. Rare stellar disruptions (Izhara’s plasma storms) can damage exposed trees. Bark sheds water efficiently to prevent rot.
Lives 80–120 Geban years. Rapid coppicing growth in the first 10–15 years. Reaches maturity at ~20 Geban years and produces viable seeds annually in wet seasons.
Mature trees reach 15–25 meters with broad canopies spanning 5–10 meters. Younger trees (under 10 Geban years) are typically 3–8 meters tall with narrower canopies.
The Berinu Rainwood’s water-channeling bark and coppicing ability make it a cornerstone of Berinu’s agricultural and ecological stability, particularly post-Fracture (~2,000 YBM) when it supported recovery efforts. In coastal Thazvaar, overharvesting during the Warlord Eras (~500–17 YBM) reduced populations near contested zones. Expedition teams should monitor for tidal flooding, as saline surges can weaken younger trees. Its limited range outside wetlands restricts its use in arid or upland biomes.