Milkroot

Something to keep the edge off.

"Imagine getting completely wasted; black-out drunk, and waking up the next morning refreshed and rested. That's why this little flower is so valuable."~The Herbalist's Guide to Kedizlim

Milkroot is a small herb that is well known for its ability to prevent hangovers when added to alcoholic drinks. This fact has lead to the plant being widely sought after by alchemists, brewers, and everyday citizens alike. In addition to its cleansing properties, milkroot stores a remarkable amount of calcium and protein in its roots, earning it its name. This calcium is of low quality and extended use of milkroot can lead to Shatterframe, causing the bones to become incredibly brittle and prone to shattering. Despite the risk, milkroot is one of the most valuable plants in the world.

Basic Information

Genetics and Reproduction

Milkroot reproduces via seeds and insect pollination, expelling its seeds via parachuting towards the end of its life.

Growth Rate & Stages

Milkroot is an perennial plant that typically lives between two and five years depending on climate and soil composition.

Ecology and Habitats

Milkroot is well suited to subtropical regions, particularly its native Asimapa region. Milkroot takes a heavy toll on the soil it grows in and without the annual flooding of the Asimapa river and its unique silt deposits the soil will be degraded within a couple generations. This has made cultivating the crop elsewhere difficult and expensive.

Additional Information

Uses, Products & Exploitation

Milkroot is able to store a large amount of calcium and protein within its roots, giving it its name. However, the plant's primary use is as an additive to alcoholic drinks. Adding fermented milkroot to alcohol does not noticeably diminish its potency but massively reduces the severity of hangovers, making it a widely sought after herb.

Lifespan

2-5 years

Average Height

10 cm

Average Weight

20 g