Post by Eurydice on May 17, 2017 18:49:39 GMT
Amora
A flower,
For lovers of the ages.
Overview
Amoras are soft toned reddish-pink flowers, often blooming during the transition from spring to summer. If prepared properly, these gorgeous plants can be utilized for perfumes, creams, and even garnishes due to its sweet scent and taste. And above all, Amoras are a symbol of love, exchanged amongst lovers, oblivious to its harrowing legend.
Rarity:
Uncommon
Physical Appearance
The petals of the Amora are teardrop shaped, expanding out into various sizes; The largest petals make up the base, moving from off-white to pastel pink. The middle petals then maintain a rosy color. The top petals have these rosy undertones as well, complimenting the their hot pink tips.
In the center of these flowers, guarded by the center petals, are tiny gold specks that develop into more seeds at the end of peak season. They are deeply rooted into the earth by brownish-green stems, often discarded for their hideous appearance. The diameter of a regular Amora is about 4-5 inches, but is capable of ‘overgrowing’ to 8-9 inches.
Development
Amora flowers require large amounts of water and nutrients to properly develop, which is mainly why they are located around freshwater sources with ample light. There is also a huge surplus of them in Thaylenia, as ‘older’ generations are capable of growing in saltwater conditions, allowing them reach larger sizes.
These flowers start off as bulbs, similar to tulips, deep into the ground - During the colder seasons, they siphon necessary materials to push themselves up to the surface, often appearing around early spring. Taking the whole spring to open, Amoras finally reach their peak around the start of summer.
Halfway through the season, most of the petals would have fallen and dried up to reveal a new bulb, ready to be planted and produce new Amoras once more.
Uses
Amoras have multiple uses, which are not limited to the following examples.
Culinary
- The Amora petals can be used to make sweet teas, retaining a citrus flavor with rosy undertones. Alcohol can also be infused with these petals, having a minor effect on its bitter taste.
- Can also be used as a zest.
Beauty
- The sweet scent of Amora petals can be utilized in perfumes, whether they are the main ingredient or mixed with other plants.
- Amora petals can also be used in various soaps and creams, as well as various beauty products (rouge, lip coloring, etc.)
Medicine
- Boiling Amora bulbs takes out the stored nutrients. The water can then be consumed to cure common colds and other minor illnesses, and the bulbs can be crushed and made into a poultice to soothe sores.
Petal’s Blood
Amoras were once rumored to be pure white, a gift given to newlywed couples. One couple had been bestowed with this flower, filled with promises of a bountiful and healthy marriage. However, as time went on, the flower began to wilt as the everlasting love between the two began to fall apart.
The man found himself enamored with another lady, all vows forgotten at the touch of her hand. However, his wife was not oblivious - She knew how he looked at her best friend when he thought she wasn’t looking.
So, she waited. She waited for the perfect opportunity to strike - To catch them once and for all.
And she did - The two of them together, in her home, having forgotten all inhibitions.
The wife grabbed the vase on her vanity, smashing it on the ground. Shards of glass pricked at her hands and feet as she struck the two of them down.
The next morning,
The servants came looking for the woman -
Only to see the husband and the lover,
Bound together in hell,
With only a stained Amora as a sign of their love.
A flower,
For lovers of the ages.
Overview
Amoras are soft toned reddish-pink flowers, often blooming during the transition from spring to summer. If prepared properly, these gorgeous plants can be utilized for perfumes, creams, and even garnishes due to its sweet scent and taste. And above all, Amoras are a symbol of love, exchanged amongst lovers, oblivious to its harrowing legend.
Rarity:
Uncommon
Physical Appearance
The petals of the Amora are teardrop shaped, expanding out into various sizes; The largest petals make up the base, moving from off-white to pastel pink. The middle petals then maintain a rosy color. The top petals have these rosy undertones as well, complimenting the their hot pink tips.
In the center of these flowers, guarded by the center petals, are tiny gold specks that develop into more seeds at the end of peak season. They are deeply rooted into the earth by brownish-green stems, often discarded for their hideous appearance. The diameter of a regular Amora is about 4-5 inches, but is capable of ‘overgrowing’ to 8-9 inches.
Development
Amora flowers require large amounts of water and nutrients to properly develop, which is mainly why they are located around freshwater sources with ample light. There is also a huge surplus of them in Thaylenia, as ‘older’ generations are capable of growing in saltwater conditions, allowing them reach larger sizes.
These flowers start off as bulbs, similar to tulips, deep into the ground - During the colder seasons, they siphon necessary materials to push themselves up to the surface, often appearing around early spring. Taking the whole spring to open, Amoras finally reach their peak around the start of summer.
Halfway through the season, most of the petals would have fallen and dried up to reveal a new bulb, ready to be planted and produce new Amoras once more.
Uses
Amoras have multiple uses, which are not limited to the following examples.
Culinary
- The Amora petals can be used to make sweet teas, retaining a citrus flavor with rosy undertones. Alcohol can also be infused with these petals, having a minor effect on its bitter taste.
- Can also be used as a zest.
Beauty
- The sweet scent of Amora petals can be utilized in perfumes, whether they are the main ingredient or mixed with other plants.
- Amora petals can also be used in various soaps and creams, as well as various beauty products (rouge, lip coloring, etc.)
Medicine
- Boiling Amora bulbs takes out the stored nutrients. The water can then be consumed to cure common colds and other minor illnesses, and the bulbs can be crushed and made into a poultice to soothe sores.
Petal’s Blood
Amoras were once rumored to be pure white, a gift given to newlywed couples. One couple had been bestowed with this flower, filled with promises of a bountiful and healthy marriage. However, as time went on, the flower began to wilt as the everlasting love between the two began to fall apart.
The man found himself enamored with another lady, all vows forgotten at the touch of her hand. However, his wife was not oblivious - She knew how he looked at her best friend when he thought she wasn’t looking.
So, she waited. She waited for the perfect opportunity to strike - To catch them once and for all.
And she did - The two of them together, in her home, having forgotten all inhibitions.
The wife grabbed the vase on her vanity, smashing it on the ground. Shards of glass pricked at her hands and feet as she struck the two of them down.
The next morning,
The servants came looking for the woman -
Only to see the husband and the lover,
Bound together in hell,
With only a stained Amora as a sign of their love.
