Stalwort (/ˈstɔːlwɔːt/)

The stalwort is a medicinal plant found near mountain springs and lakes. It naturally produces a toxin that is hazardous to be ingested but acts as a painkiller and local anaesthetic when applied to a wound. Its toxin is in the leaves so the flowers are often used as decorations or fragrance, smelling somewhat like weak mint. The leaves can be eaten safely after cooking them as the toxin boils away. The leaves are then often used in medicinal beverages or soups, despite their effects being rendered useless with the removal of the toxin, it has a sort of placebo effect and is a widely used remedy.

Basic Information

Ecology and Habitats

This plant can be found anywhere with a reliable supply of water, primarily around mountain springs and lake sides.

Additional Information

Uses, Products & Exploitation

The stalwort is a medicinal plant. It produces a toxin in the leaves that can be applied to wounds and injuries as a local anaesthetic and painkiller. The toxin is dangerous to be ingested, causing severe nausea and hallucinations, but can be consumed safely if the toxin is boiled away from the leaves first.

Geographic Origin and Distribution

The stalwort appears mostly around mountains and lakes, namely the Barrodoran Cliffs, the Edreas Mountains and the lake.

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

The leaves are very distinct; light green that fades into a deep orange around the edges. Their flowers are similar to that of lavender but coloured a deep red, like a rose.