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Aconitum, the Queen of Poisons
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Of the countless plant species native to Zandalar, retchweed is one of the most common by far. Found throughout Zuldazar and parts of southern Nazmir, this plant is well known for its use as an emetic among the local trolls. Retchweed is traditionally given to Zandalari children who have swallowed a harmful or poisonous substance in order to induce vomiting, hence the name “retchweed”. Despite its curative properties, however, the green plant can be lethal. When dried, powdered, and combined with riverbud root, it becomes a poison deadly to even the hardiest of heroes [Shadows Rising, pg. 23-24, 248 (hardcover edition)].
Retchweed poison is fast-acting and incredibly painful. Within moments of being ingested, it causes rapid desiccation of the body, followed by death [Shadows Rising, pg. 23-24, 248 (hardcover edition)].
As common as retchweed is, one might be surprised to find that its poisonous qualities are a relatively new discovery. Apari, Yazma’s daughter and Queen Talanji’s former friend, created the poison just within the last year [Shadows Rising, pg. 24 (hardcover edition)].
Though the Plaguelands’ native flora has started to regrow in thanks to the combined efforts of the Cenarion Circle and the Argent Crusade, much of the region’s wildlife still suffers from the plague’s influence today [Quest: Zen’kiki, the Druid,Quest: Postponing the Inevitable]. The Plaguewood, located just outside Stratholme, is home to all sorts of blighted vegetation, including a bright red fruit inauspiciously known as the rotberry. While many species of wild berries found on Azeroth are edible, it is probably safe to assume that rotberries are not fit for human consumption [Item: Rotberry].
A Forsaken apothecary once experimented with rotberries – among several other reagents – in search of a counter-plague agent, though it is unclear if he ever succeeded [Quest: Counter-Plague Research].
Dreadshade is a species of lasher known for producing an extract that has highly versatile, albeit potentially deadly, properties [Item: Dreadshade Extract]. Maldraxxi alchemists of the House of Plagues cultivate the plant to use as a reagent in some of their concoctions, many of which are no doubt extremely toxic. That said, dreadshade has other known practical applications. For example, one of the house’s foremost plague devisers planned to use dreadshade extract in a potion that would effectively “preserve” the imbiber [Quest: Plague is Thicker Than Water,Quest: By Any Other Name].
Dreadshade is said to be the carrier of Solanum cerinthe [Quest: By Any Other Name]. What this is, however, is unclear, though the name suggests it is the scientific name for a plant or fruit.
Widely considered one of the most dangerous regions in all of Outland, Zangarmarsh is home to a diverse range of plant life. Though beautiful, much of the fungal swamp’s flora is quite deadly [Illidan, Chapter Three]. One particularly virulent type of fungi native to Zangarmarsh is the burstcap mushroom, which predominantly grows in the western part of the region. True to its name, the burstcap is extremely sensitive and can release a toxic cloud of spores if handled improperly [Quest: Burstcap Mushrooms, Mon!,Item: Burstcap Mushroom].
Just a quick post to say hello with the help of CJS Thompson here are some various carved mandrakes from dif parts of Europe.
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Unguentum Venenum ☠️
An ointment of spirit flight, underworld descent, sabbatic revelry and oneiric journeying. This is one of my traditional witches’ flying ointment recipes. It is a powerful blend of nightshades and essential oils that work in synergy to enhance trance states and promote visionary experiences within a ritual setting.
This is a dark and chthonic unguent for meeting the shades of the dead, spirits that dwell inside the earth and deities associated with witchcraft and sorcery. It is the vehicle a witch would use to go to a lonely wild place in spirit and enter in to a pact with the green Devil.
Contains: Atropa belladonna and henbane herb, olive oil, carnauba wax, mugwort, clary sage and spikenard essential oils
What to expect: You may experience sensations of cold, tingling or movement, especially at the application site. Slight visual disturbances are possible and are enhanced by darkness and candlelight. Sparks or flashes of light may appear in the darkness. Lucid dream/waking states where dreams bleed into waking consciousness
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Thanks for a great class today! Bought some new apothecary jars for in the shop from @alchemy_and_ashes
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Here at @alchemy_and_ashes getting ready to start my next class Plants of the Devil
Recording available on Patreon Pharmakos tier
#poisonpath #devilsgarden #cobymichael #poisonousplants #banefulherbs #darkherbalism (at Alchemy & Ashes)
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I’ll be at Alchemy & Ashes on Saturday teaching my next class! This class will be recorded and available online and in person. @alchemy_and_ashes for tickets!
This class will be recorded and available online and in person.
The untamable and dangerous wilderness has long been associated with malevolent forces. Dark forests, marshy wastelands and other places that humans tend to avoid have a threatening aura, and have been said to be inhabited by ghosts and monsters of all sorts.
The Devil is said to lurk between the rows of corn, inside the roots of the elder tree and throughout the haunted wilderness there are plants that bear His name. In this class we will explore, the Devil’s Acre, the plot of land set aside for the Old One, how you can create your own at home and the benefits to maintaining this space.
We will discuss the plants of the Devil’s Garden, those named for Old Nick or said to contain his spirit. Plants like devil’s eye, devil’s bit and devil’s walking stick all have a unique story to tell.
#darkherbalism #lefthandpath #poisonpath #banefulherbs #balefulherbs #devilsgarden #poisonousplants #plantsofthedevil
The untamable and dangerous wilderness has long been associated with malevolent forces. Dark forests, marshy wastelands and other places that humans tend to avoid have a threatening aura, and have been said to be inhabited by ghosts and monsters of all sorts.
The Devil is said to lurk between the rows of corn, inside the roots of the elder tree and throughout the haunted wilderness there are plants that bear His name. In this class we will explore, the Devil’s Acre, the plot of land set aside for the Old One, how you can create your own at home and the benefits to maintaining this space.
We will discuss the plants of the Devil’s Garden, those named for Old Nick or said to contain his spirit. Plants like devil’s eye, devil’s bit and devil’s walking stick all have a unique story to tell.
Considering the Devil’s Garden as a category of plants that share this quality in common shows us how we can rework these adversarial qualities into exercises of personal power. (at Alchemy & Ashes)
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