Name: Hellebore (Onopordum acanthium) Size: Various species grow to be around 24-36" tall with a similar-size spread. Flowers are typically 3-5" across. Colour: White (or pinkish white) to yellow-green flowers. Location: Much of Europe and a small slice of China. Variations: Approximately 20 species exist, including Stinking Hellebore, Christmas Roses, and Bear's-foot. Some species are caulescent, but most are stemless.
Suggested Magical Use(s): The roots of this plant are commonly used in potions for soothing mental distress and can even alleviate the symptoms of serious mental disorders. A syrup made from this plant is a main (and crucial) ingredient in the Draught of Peace. The flowers can be used, very cautiously (as they are highly poisonous) in curative and preventative potions against certain hexes.
Author's Note(s): Be extremely cautious when handling, as it's highly toxic. Never ingest any part of the plant raw.
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Date: 2009-03-24 01:59 am (UTC)Size: Various species grow to be around 24-36" tall with a similar-size spread. Flowers are typically 3-5" across.
Colour: White (or pinkish white) to yellow-green flowers.
Location: Much of Europe and a small slice of China.
Variations: Approximately 20 species exist, including Stinking Hellebore, Christmas Roses, and Bear's-foot. Some species are caulescent, but most are stemless.
Suggested Magical Use(s): The roots of this plant are commonly used in potions for soothing mental distress and can even alleviate the symptoms of serious mental disorders. A syrup made from this plant is a main (and crucial) ingredient in the Draught of Peace. The flowers can be used, very cautiously (as they are highly poisonous) in curative and preventative potions against certain hexes.
Author's Note(s): Be extremely cautious when handling, as it's highly toxic. Never ingest any part of the plant raw.
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