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2. Donatia novae-zelandiae - Wikipedia

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   Ecosystem engineering by cushion plants can also occur along natural waterways of moorland. Here, cushions can grow in height to create dam like walls that prevent water flow. The resulting effect is a series of stepped ponds of water, dammed by cushions such as Donatia novae-zelandiae, promoting further cushion growth in a positive feedback ...

3. Patiriella regularis - Wikipedia

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   Patiriella regularis, or New Zealand common cushion star, is a sea star of the family Asterinidae, native to New Zealand. It has an arm spread of up to 60 mm (2.4 in). It is one of New Zealand's most common rocky shore starfish. [1] It is abundant in shallow water around both mainland islands. They come in a large range of colours and have 4 ...

4. Cushion plant - Wikipedia

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   The compact growth form of cushion plants reduces air flow over the surface of the epidermis, reducing the rate of water loss. Additionally, many cushion plants have small and fleshy leaves which reduce the surface area of the plant, which reduces transpiration and conserves water. In alpine environments well above the tree line, cold is a ...

5. Pittosporum tenuifolium - Wikipedia

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   Pittosporum tenuifolium is a small evergreen tree endemic to New Zealand – growing up to 10 m (33 ft) – commonly known as kōhūhū and black matipo, and by other Māori names kohukohu and tawhiwhi. Its small, very dark, reddish-purple flowers generally go unnoticed, and are scented only at night.

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7. Cushion - Wikipedia

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   A cushion is a soft bag of some ornamental material, usually stuffed with wool, hair, feathers, polyester staple fiber, non-woven material, cotton, or even paper torn into fragments. It may be used for sitting or kneeling upon, or to soften the hardness or angularity of a chair or couch. [ 1 ]