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The Herbarium

A Field Guide to Real and Imaginary Plants

Stonesong

Pseuda filicina

Antiquaceae (the Ancient family)

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Description

A succulent storing water in thick, fleshy leaves. Leaves are translucent and veined with gold, visible when backlit.

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

Habitat

Restricted to a single valley, unknown outside its mountain home.

Traditional Uses

An infusion was used as a hair rinse for shine and strength.

Folklore

Once woven into wedding bouquets to ensure fidelity.

Similar Species

Related to Dawnhope.

Conservation

Status unknown - more surveys needed.

Field Notes

A hand lens reveals details invisible to the naked eye.