Post by Eurydice on May 17, 2017 18:54:32 GMT
Petrichor
Overview
Petrichor herbs are small stalks with purple-green leaves, shaped as elongated teardrops, hence the name. These herbs mainly appear near bodies of freshwater, hidden amongst the grass stalks. Used in the medical field, Petrichor is utilized as a narcotic with its own share of positive and negative effects.
Rarity
Common
Physical Appearance
The stalk of Petrichor is thin and a paleish green, only used to transfer nutrients throughout the plant. The teardrop leaves that protrude out of the stalk are green with faint blue markings at the rounder base of the ‘teardrop.’ The average height of the herb stalk is 8 inches, while the leaves are three inches long and two inches wide.
Development
Petrichor flourishes in moderate climates, mainly near water. These stalks shoot up in late winter/early spring, remaining healthy for a short period until mid summer, when the leaves dry out and fall off the stalks. Animals are lured to this plant due to its sweet smell, only to discover its terrible taste. Smaller animals are weakened upon eating this herb, while larger animals will faint drowsiness. However, for people, Petrichor can be utilized for medical purposes, commonly used as a narcotic.
Uses + Effects
Chewed
When removed from the stalk and chewed, Petrichor leaves will produce a bitter taste, as well as leave a cold feeling in the consumer’s mouth. Shortly after ingestion, the user will feel numb and sluggish, their movements slowing down significantly as they become drowsy. During this dazed period, any negative emotions or thoughts will be replaced with the feeling of tiredness.
Incense
Grounded leaves of Petrichor can be made into burnable incense, which harnesses the pleasant scent of the herb. The smell can be used to induce drowsiness and relax the mind, often exploited to put patients into a sense of calm.
Poultice
The entirety of this herb can be made into a poultice for a stronger effect, applied to various areas of pain on the body. Upon application, the patient will feel as if the pain would have been replaced with a freezing sensation, similar to when the leaves are consumed. Followed by this sensation would be numbness, lessening the general pain.
Although Petrichor is used to calm patients and relax them, its effects in the long run cause more harm than good. When off Petrichor, users are prone to anxiety and hallucinations, often making it difficult to stop using the herb. One who consumes the herb constantly will slowly start losing their sense of taste and will be prone to exhaustion and eventually addiction, relying on Petrichor to cope with stress rather than tackling it on their own. The poultice so often can lead the patient to lose general feeling in the areas it was applied. The incense is also very addictive due to its wonderful scent, setting their mind into a dulled state with less awareness to the world around them.
Overview
Petrichor herbs are small stalks with purple-green leaves, shaped as elongated teardrops, hence the name. These herbs mainly appear near bodies of freshwater, hidden amongst the grass stalks. Used in the medical field, Petrichor is utilized as a narcotic with its own share of positive and negative effects.
Rarity
Common
Physical Appearance
The stalk of Petrichor is thin and a paleish green, only used to transfer nutrients throughout the plant. The teardrop leaves that protrude out of the stalk are green with faint blue markings at the rounder base of the ‘teardrop.’ The average height of the herb stalk is 8 inches, while the leaves are three inches long and two inches wide.
Development
Petrichor flourishes in moderate climates, mainly near water. These stalks shoot up in late winter/early spring, remaining healthy for a short period until mid summer, when the leaves dry out and fall off the stalks. Animals are lured to this plant due to its sweet smell, only to discover its terrible taste. Smaller animals are weakened upon eating this herb, while larger animals will faint drowsiness. However, for people, Petrichor can be utilized for medical purposes, commonly used as a narcotic.
Uses + Effects
Chewed
When removed from the stalk and chewed, Petrichor leaves will produce a bitter taste, as well as leave a cold feeling in the consumer’s mouth. Shortly after ingestion, the user will feel numb and sluggish, their movements slowing down significantly as they become drowsy. During this dazed period, any negative emotions or thoughts will be replaced with the feeling of tiredness.
Incense
Grounded leaves of Petrichor can be made into burnable incense, which harnesses the pleasant scent of the herb. The smell can be used to induce drowsiness and relax the mind, often exploited to put patients into a sense of calm.
Poultice
The entirety of this herb can be made into a poultice for a stronger effect, applied to various areas of pain on the body. Upon application, the patient will feel as if the pain would have been replaced with a freezing sensation, similar to when the leaves are consumed. Followed by this sensation would be numbness, lessening the general pain.
Although Petrichor is used to calm patients and relax them, its effects in the long run cause more harm than good. When off Petrichor, users are prone to anxiety and hallucinations, often making it difficult to stop using the herb. One who consumes the herb constantly will slowly start losing their sense of taste and will be prone to exhaustion and eventually addiction, relying on Petrichor to cope with stress rather than tackling it on their own. The poultice so often can lead the patient to lose general feeling in the areas it was applied. The incense is also very addictive due to its wonderful scent, setting their mind into a dulled state with less awareness to the world around them.
