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Surprising Seeds

Seeds are nature’s miraculous parcels of potential. This quest delves into the myriad methods by which seeds are dispersed: carried aloft by the wind, clinging to passing animals, erupting explosively from seed pods, or floating across vast oceans. Each strategy is a marvel of evolution and a vital clue in the creation of plant potions, harnessing the raw energy of renewal.

Mirror-World knowledge in this quest​

  • Wind Dispersal: Dandelion seeds use parachute-like pappi to travel.
  • Adhesion: Some seeds have sticky coatings that let them hitch a ride on animal fur.
  • Explosive Dispersal: Certain seed pods burst open with force.
  • Hydrochory: Coconuts float across seas to colonize new lands.
  • Largest Seed: The coco de mer produces the world’s largest seed.
  • Hard Seed Coats: Tough outer layers protect seeds until conditions are right.
  • Dormancy: Some seeds remain viable for centuries, awaiting the perfect moment.