Permafrost Flowers
Thin robin blue curling leaf blades grow in clumps from which a center spike upon which a series of small peacock blue flowers grow. Around these blue-green flowers small ice white filaments projected almost like tiny hairs - the ice resultant from stealing warmth from the surroundings.
This plant is in the family Cyperaceae, a sedge plant, and is a perennial that flourishes in harsh snowy environments, particularly on glaciers.
Due to its ability to steal warmth, this plant can be deadly to the unwary traveler. However, it's petals, when properly harnessed, are in high demand among alchemists.
Basic Information
Anatomy
The leaves comprise a blade, which extends away from the stalk, and a sheath, which encloses part of the stalk. The blade is inrolled. The leaves have parallel veins and a distinct midrib. Where the blade meets the culm there is a structure called the ligule. The color of the foliage is robin blue with razor sharp edges".
The upper spike contains male flowers, and the lower spike contains female flowers. The flowers are small and are combined into spikes, which are themselves combined into a larger inflorescence. The spike typically contains many flowers, all a peacock blue color.
Growth Rate & Stages
These plants begin to grow in early spring. They are slow growing, though a plethora of nearby warmth to steal may result in a growth spurt. The plants usually flower in late spring to early summer. The foliage is most luxuriant in summer. The plant typically goes dormant after summer. Though nearby warmth may cause the plant to continue growing through the fall.
Ecology and Habitats
This plant lives in glacial areas, often contributing to the continuance of the glaciers in the area due to their ability to steal warmth.
Additional Information
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
The flowers of this plant pull the warmth from the surrounding environment. For this reason they are often coated with a thin layer of frost.
Geographic Distribution
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