Flora colossus[1] is a species of plant-like organisms native to the planet X. The most noteworthy individual from this species is Groot, a member of the Guardians of the Galaxy.
History
One of the Flora colossus, Groot, became involved with the criminal Rocket, becoming a friend to him as well as Rocket's partner in crime. Groot fought in the Battle of Xandar and became a member of the Guardians of the Galaxy.[2]
Characteristic Traits
Flora colossus are humanoid in form with a thick, robust body structure that makes them almost invulnerable to physical harm.
They have a highly-accelerated healing factor, able to regrow limbs and even their entire bodies from nothing more than a twig.
Groot releasing bioluminescent seeds.
They have complete control over their bodies, able to extend their limbs as vines to reach high places or as whip-like weapons, grow twigs on any part of their body as a threat display or shield, change their body shape, grow leaves or flowers, and release bioluminescent airborne seeds.
![Groot as an infant.[3]](/wiki/File:Guardians_of_the_Galaxy_Vol._2_146.jpg "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 146.jpg (138 KB)")
![Groot as an adult.[2]](/wiki/File:Guardians_Of_The_Galaxy_KLE5540_comp_v053_grade.1015.jpg "Guardians Of The Galaxy KLE5540 comp v053 grade.1015.jpg (1.44 MB)")
