Silkwoods

A silver woodland that stretches for miles. The woods are cultivated by locals, who live off the wealth found within. Fruit trees and berry bushes line the clearings. The stems of the trees are painted with religious symbols to appease the spirits, but also for practical reasons. The paint used is based on a natural astringent, which insects avoid.
  The insects are highly valued, in particular for the fine silk threads they create. The silkwood is named after them. Most of the trees are carefully planted, pruned, and tended to so the insects can thrive. Cobwebs stretch between the trees, their fine threads shimmering in the light. Cocoons hang like beads from the branches. It's common to see baskets and jars by the trunk of the tree containing materials for the insects or for keeping the woods. These tools are owned by the community rather than by individuals.
  People travelling through the silkwoods are welcome to help themselves to the fruit, and in return they are often asked to help out with various tasks. At night, the spirits are visible between the trees as small pinpricks of light, or hazy humanoid shapes.