The World Of Khoras - Fauna and Flora - Flora - Aquatic

Blood Root

True Name Xurion
Frequency Uncommon
Quantity 1d4
Locale Salt water shore line
Form Herb

Physical Description

The bloodroot itself appears as thick, crooked tendrils which are black and oily. The skin of the tendrils is fibrous and tough. The inner meat is dark red and very moist. The tendrils grow in clusters of 6 to 12 and grow between one and two feet long.

Physical Properties

The fleshy red meat of these roots can be ground into a paste which, if applied to an open wound, will cause the blood to coagulate instantly gluing the wound shut. The paste also acts as a mild pain reliever.

If the roots are eaten, it causes the blood of the animal to  thicken and coagulate. Breathing will become difficult and painful cramps will spread throughout the body. This will lead to heart failure and death within an hour.

Magical Properties

None.

Notes

The tiny leaves of the bloodroot herb are often dried, crushed and used as a spicy additive in many dishes.

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