Vilteri Tree

The Vilteri tree is a type of tree native to Thunus.

Appearance

The Veltiri tree is of medium size, with low branches, and grey bark. The tree has dark green oval leaves and being a deciduous plant, it loses its leaves in the dry season.
The Tree grows pretty purple flowers from its branches, tending to bloom in spring. The flowers are quite fragrant, something used to attract pollinators. The flowers turn into pods that, when harvestable, contain seeds (called beans). The pods are tough-skinned and hold multiple beans encased in a fleshy layer inside. The beans normally fall to the ground if they are not harvested, and plant a new tree.
The root system of the tree goes quite deep and wide, past the edge of the tree's canopy.

Uses

Vilteri trees are often grown in gardens for their beauty as ornamental trees, they may also be raised in orchards for their beans which are consumed recreationally. The pods and blossoms may also be eaten by animals but they still may feel the psychiatric effects. The blossoms of the tree may also be used in cuisine, normally as a decorative garnish on deserts.
The Vilteri beans are edible but also have psychoactive properties and are consumed for these properties. They are commonly consumed by chewing or holding a slice of Vilteri bean in one’s mouth. There there is also a sort of chewing gum made so people don’t need the fresh bean. saliva is spat out as it causes excessive salivating. The chewing causes dark stains on the gums and teeth. Vilteri Bean chewing is fairly common, especially on Thunus where many of the older generations have the habit, but there is a growing taboo about it due to health concerns.
The bark of the tree is very fibrous and was often used in historical Thunese textiles, and is occasionally still used today. The husks of the seed pods and the roots may also be used in textiles. Modernly, these materials are mostly used in traditional arts and crafts and are not used as much as they once were.

Planet of Origin 
Thunus