Stoneberry
Seneca folium
Silentaceae (the Silence family)
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Description
An evergreen with persistent leaves that last multiple seasons. Narrow, grass-like leaves emerge in dense tufts from the base.
Large, solitary blooms open at dusk and close before dawn, colored dusty rose. Blooms when specific stars align.
Habitat
Native to nowhere, found everywhere - a cosmopolitan wanderer.
Traditional Uses
None recorded - this plant seems to have escaped human attention until now.
Folklore
Planted on graves to help the departed find peace.
Similar Species
Compare with Serpentweed.
Conservation
Vulnerable due to habitat loss.
Field Notes
Look for characteristic growth pattern on north-facing surfaces.