The planet Lothal was once home to spine trees, a type of tree with fragrant needles that smelled especially fresh in winter. Their cones produced audible sounds as the wind blew through them, and they were also used to create root tea. Old Jho, remembering poetry crafted about them by Holshef, reflected on these qualities, but sadly noted that the Empire had destroyed their [forests](/article/forest], including those in locations like Pelamir Gorge, choosing instead to build mines and factories.