Jointed Goth Tree

The jointed goth tree replaced its ancestor in the Ittiz River. It has very few leaves due to the danger of tissue damage from freezing, the leaves are easily replaced because of their low numbers. The leaf stalks are jointed, they lift up in the day when the leaves fill with water, and lower at night when the leaves empty out. When the stalks are lowered completely they encase the empty leaves and protect them from the cold night air. The stalks are moved by tubes in their joints filling with water and straightening due to pressure.