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{{Info flora
{{Info flora
|image          = Fireweed.png
|image          = noimg.png
|officialname    = Fireweed
|officialname    = Fireweed  
|commonname      = Firegrass, Crimson Scorcher, Fallash-Zahran
|commonname      = Firegrass, Fallash-Zahran
|classification  = Flower
|classification  = [[Grass]]
|origins        = [[Daendroc]], [[Ithania]]
|origins        = [[Westwynd]]
|habitat        = Arid and dry regions
|habitat        = Arid and dry regions
|commonuse      = Antiseptic
|commonuse      = Decorative, Utility
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Fireweed is the name for a fiery plant that originated within [[Ithania]], and was later spread for commercial purposes. While existing in arid climates and capable of bursting into flames, the plant can be refined down to produce an effective antiseptic for use in medical matters. It is also known to sometimes be used as a decorative, as the single, grand Fire Bloom is quite the sight.
Fireweed is the name for a fiery plant that originated on the Daendroc supercontinent which has since been transplanted to regions of [[New Ceardia]] and [[Farah’deen]]. Useful as an antiseptic once distilled, it has been known in the driest points of the year to burst into flames and further spread its seeds out across the area.


==History==
==History==
Fireweed has existed for centuries in Daendroc and Ithania, being noted by the Nelfin for its beauty yet destructive nature. Closer to the end of the [[Elven Empire]], its properties as an antiseptic were discovered by [[Lothar]] healers who preserved the knowledge as the Empire fell. The other [[Talar]] and the [[Avanthar]] also learned of it’s properties. [[Ailor]] too, learned of it over the years, and soon it was used commonly across the region. When trade reached Ithania and Daendroc from Farah’deen, several healers requested the plant, leading it to be transposed across the ocean to Farah’deen and then from there, it trickled into New Ceardia. The plant can now be found in two opposite locations across the world from each other and used as an antiseptic by many.
Fireweed was first discovered in Ithania when the [[Allorn Empire]] spread into the north of [[Westwynd]], though most believe that substance was well known to the [[Dewamenet Empire]] first; as the [[Teledden]] destroyed them, this is ultimately unknown. While initially, the Elves didn’t understand the plant’s combustible nature, several accidents in newly rising cities proved that it could be a danger. Still, the beauty of its Fire Blooms was enough that it was kept, though very carefully, by many Elves in southern Ithania and other regions of Westwynd, given the arid temperatures of those regions that allowed the plant to thrive. When the Allorn Empire collapsed, it was the [[Maquixtl]] who migrated back to former Allorn territory that discovered that the plant wasn’t just a beautiful, yet dangerous sight, but had a use as an antiseptic. Ailor in the eastern states of Weswtynd rapidly learned of this, and its usage as something more than a decorative was exported to other continents. As a result, the plant was spread to southern [[Eastwynd]] and [[Farahdeen]] for commercial reasons, where it still is today. The plant can now be found in two opposite locations across the world from each other and is used as an antiseptic by many, though its beauty is still sometimes appreciated.


==Appearance==
==Appearance==
Fireweed grows in clusters in harsh, arid locations across several continents. The flower possesses five pointed and slightly curled petals of crimson, with a dozen or so small similarly coloured stamens slightly protruding. Their leaves, beneath the flower, are often wide, with many small points or notches on the far edge.
Fireweed grows in clusters in harsh, arid locations across several continents. The plant is low-lying, and rather dense, reaching between four to six inches off the ground. The main feature of the plant is its Fire Bloom, a single large crimson five-pointed, lightly curled petaled flower. Emerging from the center of the flower are a dozen yellow stamen. Expanding about below this is a dense grouping of wide, green leaves with a natural curve to the left or right that rapidly narrow into a point, which often dries out.


==Uses and Abilities==
==Uses and Abilities==
The flower’s juices once distilled serve as an antiseptic, though the raw plant can also help, but to a far lesser degree than the distilled substance. By far however, Fireweed’s most known feature is that fact that in arid temperatures, when it wilts and starts to die, it can bust into flames. The origin of the flames is thought to be the pistil, which releases a spew of seeds into the air. A red cloud is produced, and is filled with seeds that many believe are coated in a fire-resistant chemical layer to protect against the fire. Most of the cloud falls back into the fire to grow new patches of the plant in it’s place, though some can be carried away by the wind or birds to spread the growth of the plant elsewhere.This effect of exploding into flames can also occur even after the plant has been picked and stored away to care must be kept in summer months in apothecary shops.
The flower’s juices, once distilled, can serve as an effective antiseptic, though the raw plant can also help, but to a far lesser degree than the distilled substance. Fireweed’s most known feature by far though is that in arid temperatures, when it wilts and starts to die, it can burst into flames. The origin of the flames is thought to be the pistil, which releases a spew of seeds into the air. A red cloud is produced, and is filled with seeds that many believe are coated in a fire-resistant chemical layer to protect against the fire. Most of the cloud falls back into the fire to grow new patches of the plant in its place, though some can be carried away by the wind or birds to spread the growth of the plant elsewhere.This effect of exploding into flames can also occur even after the plant has been picked and stored away to care must be kept in summer months in apothecary shops.


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*In some regions of Farah’deen, Fireweed has become apart of [[Shama-Abdala]] worship and is generally associated with [[Fire Magic]].
*Fireweed received it’s name due to it’s early infestation of Nelfin villages when the people reached Ithania, often growing in the most resilient locations.
*In some regions, placing Fireweed over the grave of a deceased is seen as disrespect or a final insult, as it implies you wish to see their grave and body destroyed.
*In some regions, placing Fireweed over the grave of a deceased is seen as disrespect or a final insult, as it implies you wish to see their grave and body destroyed.
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Latest revision as of 16:24, 9 January 2024

Fireweed
Noimg.png
Flora
Official Name Fireweed
Common Name Firegrass, Fallash-Zahran
Classification Grass
Common Use Decorative, Utility
Origins Westwynd
Habitat Arid and dry regions

Fireweed is the name for a fiery plant that originated within Ithania, and was later spread for commercial purposes. While existing in arid climates and capable of bursting into flames, the plant can be refined down to produce an effective antiseptic for use in medical matters. It is also known to sometimes be used as a decorative, as the single, grand Fire Bloom is quite the sight.

History

Fireweed was first discovered in Ithania when the Allorn Empire spread into the north of Westwynd, though most believe that substance was well known to the Dewamenet Empire first; as the Teledden destroyed them, this is ultimately unknown. While initially, the Elves didn’t understand the plant’s combustible nature, several accidents in newly rising cities proved that it could be a danger. Still, the beauty of its Fire Blooms was enough that it was kept, though very carefully, by many Elves in southern Ithania and other regions of Westwynd, given the arid temperatures of those regions that allowed the plant to thrive. When the Allorn Empire collapsed, it was the Maquixtl who migrated back to former Allorn territory that discovered that the plant wasn’t just a beautiful, yet dangerous sight, but had a use as an antiseptic. Ailor in the eastern states of Weswtynd rapidly learned of this, and its usage as something more than a decorative was exported to other continents. As a result, the plant was spread to southern Eastwynd and Farahdeen for commercial reasons, where it still is today. The plant can now be found in two opposite locations across the world from each other and is used as an antiseptic by many, though its beauty is still sometimes appreciated.

Appearance

Fireweed grows in clusters in harsh, arid locations across several continents. The plant is low-lying, and rather dense, reaching between four to six inches off the ground. The main feature of the plant is its Fire Bloom, a single large crimson five-pointed, lightly curled petaled flower. Emerging from the center of the flower are a dozen yellow stamen. Expanding about below this is a dense grouping of wide, green leaves with a natural curve to the left or right that rapidly narrow into a point, which often dries out.

Uses and Abilities

The flower’s juices, once distilled, can serve as an effective antiseptic, though the raw plant can also help, but to a far lesser degree than the distilled substance. Fireweed’s most known feature by far though is that in arid temperatures, when it wilts and starts to die, it can burst into flames. The origin of the flames is thought to be the pistil, which releases a spew of seeds into the air. A red cloud is produced, and is filled with seeds that many believe are coated in a fire-resistant chemical layer to protect against the fire. Most of the cloud falls back into the fire to grow new patches of the plant in its place, though some can be carried away by the wind or birds to spread the growth of the plant elsewhere.This effect of exploding into flames can also occur even after the plant has been picked and stored away to care must be kept in summer months in apothecary shops.

Trivia

  • In some regions, placing Fireweed over the grave of a deceased is seen as disrespect or a final insult, as it implies you wish to see their grave and body destroyed.

Accreditation
Writers HydraLana
Processors FireFan96, AlphaInsomnia
Last Editor HydraLana on 01/9/2024.

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