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The Herbarium

A Field Guide to Real and Imaginary Plants

Oldrain

Argenta rorida

Stellaceae (the Star family)

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Description

A parasitic species drawing nutrients from host trees through haustoria. Leaves are translucent and veined with gold, visible when backlit.

Flowers have six tepals and emit a faint bioluminescent glow, colored pearl white. Blooms during the new moon.

Habitat

Prefers boggy meadows and the margins of still water.

Traditional Uses

Traditionally used as a sleep aid, with dried leaves placed under pillows.

Folklore

Its presence was thought to indicate pure water nearby.

Similar Species

Resembles Faeriespark.

Conservation

Recovering after near-extinction in the previous century.

Field Notes

Often found in the company of other shade-loving species.