Lorensia violeta
One population of Lorensia clearensis in response to intraspecific competition settled the marshier region of zone H. While this area is home to species such as Miniplortatus manguca, none of the low growing polyphs found in zone H have settled it meaning competition is low in this area. To survive in these marshes, the populations of Lorensia clearensis adapted leading to speciation.
10 inches tall
Originated in zone H
The first major adaptation Lorensia violeta has is an abundance of the pigment anthocyanin in the leaves and tissues in conjunction with chlorophyll resulting in a greenish purple coloration. The anthocyanins help the polyphs reduce predation from species such as Colonelsuchus choruca and Kaproceras rectadontas, which feed on green polyphs. The anthocyanins absorbs more light in the green part of the visible spectrum, complementing the chlorophyll, which absorbs more red and blue light which thus allows them to get more energy out of the same amounts of light compared to their ancestors and competition.
The main adaptation in this species are the larger and more extensive root systems which serve multiple purposes. This aids in anchoring in the soil and provide more surface area for nutrient uptake which is valuable because of the poor nutrient concentrations in the soil. Much like its ancestors and cousins, Lorensia violeta grows around 5-10 stalks that develop seeds. These seeds are dropped in January after they bloom in December.