Wolfglow
Ferra lacrimis
Stellaceae (the Star family)
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Description
An evergreen with persistent leaves that last multiple seasons. Needle-like foliage arranged in spirals along the stem.
Flowers are small, star-shaped, blooming in umbels of 12-20, colored twilight blue. Blooms after the first frost.
Habitat
Grows exclusively in the cracks of old stone walls and ruins.
Traditional Uses
None recorded - this plant seems to have escaped human attention until now.
Folklore
Considered unlucky by some, fortunate by others - opinions vary by region.
Similar Species
Resembles Vinerush.
Conservation
Status unknown - more surveys needed.
Field Notes
Best observed in early morning when dew collects on the leaves.