Sekou’s cloak is a rare flowering lithophyte native to the northern shores of Stemarcrusia, found exclusively on tidal rocks exposed to both heavy wave action and periods of desiccation.

Etymology

Not specified.

Morphology

The plant forms a low, mat-like structure over bare stone. The foliage is a light bluish-green. Once a year, it produces clustered, wide white flowers with inner black halos, followed by small white spherical berries.

Physiology

Leaves spread tightly against the surface to resist wave drag.

Mechanisms

Salt is excreted through specialized glands. The fruits contain a secretion that is toxic to cansbiah and humans but safely digested by atimises. Roots secrete a binding mucilage to anchor into rock crevices.

Behavior

Life Cycle

A perennial species, Sekou’s cloaks can live up to 20 years. Seeds are capable of floating for over a month.

Ecology

It thrives in an ecological niche defined by alternating immersion in brackish seawater and direct air exposure. Pollination is carried by both wind and water.