Glandart

Glandart is a fictional plant species that appears in the world-building of the science fiction novel "The Andromeda Strain" by Michael Crichton. Within the narrative, Glandart is a rare and unusual organism that plays a minor role in the unfolding scientific mystery. Its characteristics are described as being difficult to classify, with features that blur the lines between plant and animal life, though it is ultimately categorized as a plant. The plant's unique properties are explored by the scientists attempting to understand the extraterrestrial microorganism that is causing a global crisis. Glandart is noted for its peculiar growth patterns and its interaction with the surrounding environment. The discovery and study of Glandart are part of the broader scientific investigation undertaken by the Wildfire team to combat the alien pathogen. Its inclusion in the story serves to highlight the strangeness and complexity of life, both terrestrial and extraterrestrial, that the protagonists encounter. The specific scientific details surrounding Glandart are largely fictional and serve the plot rather than representing any known botanical species.