By assuming that the plants have life, that they might possibly be a baby or in need of protection, this woman instantly endears herself to Alec. The Swamp Thing's smile is genuine, "No. No they're for cooking or medicine as needed. Arrow root, garlic, yucca, some kale. One of the few nice things about being here is sustainability. Everyone's getting ready for winter so the green is willing to give up it's gifts a bit more freely."

Little known fact. Over centuries there are some plants that have grown to enjoy being harvested. They see themselves as natural allies to the red kingdom.

"I thought I'd go gather some Christmas plants next. There's not a lot to be done here ."