olkalapa
Olkapa is a fictional genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, created for worldbuilding in a hypothetical archipelago setting. The genus is currently monotypic, with the described species Olkalapa insularis.
Description: Olkalapa insularis is a small evergreen shrub, 0.6–1.0 meters tall, with slender, woody stems. Leaves
Distribution and habitat: Endemic to the Olkalap Islands, a chain of volcanic islands in the western ocean.
Ecology: The flowers are pollinated by native bees and wind. Seeds have a tufted pappus enabling wind
Conservation and naming: Because of its restricted range, Olkalapa insularis is vulnerable to habitat loss and
Uses and cultural significance: In-world lore, the plant is valued ornamentally and used in traditional remedies