Lover's Flower

The lover's flower, also sometimes called the velvet flower for its texture, is a small vibrant flower found in cities in historically Blood cities in the south, though it is spreading to other areas of the DSRR. 
==Description==
The lover's flower is a blend of red and black, the dark bottom rising to a lighter top of the petals. Inside the larger petals are smaller, slightly more triangular ones. The flower itself is soft but hardy, and surprisingly hard to kill. Its leaves are black or dark red or both, with a velvety texture. The black extends to the stem of the flower.
==Habitat and Distribution==
The lover's flower seems to be native to the cold southern regions of the DSRR, but oral tradition dating back tens of thousands of years BP notes the flower's sudden appearance in that area. There is speculation that it was imported from another region like the swamps of the southwest, where its progenitor died out due to climate changes or other factors. 
==Significance==
Over the years, the flower has become a symbol of romantic expression in some circles due to its livelihood and texture. The velvet has also inspired a chain of flower plushies, including the lover's flower, roses, cherry blossoms, and more.  
Category:Flora and Fauna