Dendrian
Dendrian is a term used in speculative fiction to denote several related concepts, most commonly a sapient, arboreal humanoid species from forested worlds. The name is not tied to a single canon, and portrayals vary by author and universe. In many depictions, Dendrians possess bark-like skin, elongated limbs, and an affinity for plant life; they may sustain themselves through photosynthesis or through symbiotic relationships with fungi and algae. Their physiology often emphasizes resilience, slow metabolism, and robust regenerative abilities. Some narratives attribute dendritic networks to a collective memory system, allowing individuals to share experiences through a living matrix.
Society and culture among Dendrians are frequently organized around forest stewardship, land management, and long-term ecological
Communication among Dendrians may involve a combination of spoken language, chemical signaling, and networked wood- or
In scholarship and fan discourse, Dendrian is treated as a flexible archetype representing arboreal intelligence and