Goldengrief
Petroa semen
Memoriae (the Memory family)
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Description
A succulent storing water in thick, fleshy leaves. Aromatic leaves release fragrance when crushed between fingers.
Large, solitary blooms open at dusk and close before dawn, colored dusty rose. Blooms at dawn on equinoxes.
Habitat
Colonizes disturbed ground, often the first to return after fire.
Traditional Uses
Tea brewed from young leaves was believed to improve memory.
Folklore
Once woven into wedding bouquets to ensure fidelity.
Similar Species
Related to Commonfoot.
Conservation
Recovering after near-extinction in the previous century.
Field Notes
Look for characteristic growth pattern on north-facing surfaces.