Crystalgrass
Crysta scintilla
Nebulosae (the Mist family)
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Description
A shrubby perennial with woody stems and aromatic foliage. Heart-shaped leaves with downy undersides and serrated margins.
Flowers have six tepals and emit a faint bioluminescent glow, colored ember red. Blooms in the presence of kindness.
Habitat
Native to nowhere, found everywhere - a cosmopolitan wanderer.
Traditional Uses
Tea brewed from young leaves was believed to improve memory.
Folklore
Considered unlucky by some, fortunate by others - opinions vary by region.
Similar Species
Distinguished from Winterroot.
Conservation
Recovering after near-extinction in the previous century.
Field Notes
Photographing this species requires patience and soft light.