Fireweed[]
Type: Spiny Florette
Location: Frostfire Ridge, Shadowmoon Valley, possibly Gorgrond as well.
Environment: Found close to volcanic areas or steam vents; anywhere of intense and consistent heat.
Medical Uses:
- Stimulant; the seeds can be used to heighten senses when dried
- (Although its effects in high doses is unknown it is discouraged given the potential damage it could inflict on the body and mind of the user.)
- Anticoagulant; Keeps blood running freely, went the sap is salved over an injury.
- Increases body temperature when ingested.
- Can induce vomiting when eaten raw.
- Heating agent; untreated, if used to line material with it will retain heat for two hours in freezing conditions (untested if longer in warmer environments). If dehydrated, can be used in a poultice for heat as well, lasts an hour in this state.
Recreational Uses (if any):
- Food spicing; when boiled and powdered.
- Dares; some Frostwolf youth play games of valor where whoever can suck on a raw thorn the longest is considered the winner (unsure if recreational or simply inane).
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