Volbane Moss

"I don't care what you say, eating something called volbane can't be good for you."

Volbane moss is a type of creeping moss that resembles a partially hanging lichen, and grows on damp tree bark. Volbane was named as such due to the extreme, and yet often hilarious, reactions Voluxi Beetles beetles have to the substance. It is used as a particularly effective deterrent of wild voluxi beetles.
It is edible once cooked, although typically only those who live in isolation or are survivalists will know this fact. The idea of eating it tends to evoke disgust in most people, regardless of its slightly cinnamon-like taste.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Volbane moss is a reddy-brown lichen like moss that is classified as a type of creeping plant. It spreads easily on damp tree bark, although it is difficult to get it to grow on anything else.

Growth Rate & Stages

Volbane moss grows fairly rapidly, but will cease growing at speed when it is a significant length from its spawning point.

Ecology and Habitats

Damp, wooden areas that are made out of or resemble tree bark. The moss will not spawn on smooth wood. It will also die off under extreme exposure to light, as it is a native dark species.

Additional Information

Uses, Products & Exploitation

Even though it is edible once cooked, the moss doesn't have much in the way of uses in civilised society, apart from being used as a form of terrarium moss. The moss is slightly toxic when uncooked, and to cook it to render it edible enough moss must be gathered to create a small block, which can then be fried. It has been reported to taste a little like cinnamon, with a strange spongy texture.
Children will often use it to taunt domesticated voluxi beetles, as they have a visceral reaction to them that is often amusing.
The moss is named as such as its daily use in more isolated communities as a deterrent of wild voluxi beetles, who are notoriously curious and can be destructive.

Geographic Origin and Distribution

Generally found tree filled areas with lots of rainfall or high humidity.

Conservation Status

Very common.