A small thistle type plant. It is bright green in color and covered in small, stinging 'hairs.' They are extremely irritating and can cause swelling, blistering, and itching. Wear protective gloves, for you will be stung while harvesting.
The roots are crushed, boiled, then distilled. The decoction is then boiled down until a suitable consistency and concentration is obtained.
A strong decoction is good for asthma, dry cough and all pectoral diseases.
Dosages are as follows: Fluid extract, 1-4 drops.
Aethil
Found only on the Broken Isles, this purple, pink and white is a beauty among a broken world. It has soft, inviting petals that typically bloom in the evening. It prefers soft soil and will bloom in most seasons. It has a pleasant fragrance and is popular in perfume. The leaves are thick and the plant has long, thin roots.
The petals can be used to heighten the senses and reduce fatigue. The roots is an efficient treatment for loss of appetite or a stimulant of general well-being.
Dosages are as follow: 1-3 ground leaves infused in tea, 10-15 drops of liquid extract.
Aloe Thistle
Recently discovered in the lush, newly-formed wildlands of Desolace, this stemless, fibrous succulent bears many fleshy, cactus-like leaves. The flowers, typically bright red in color, grow generously from a tall stalk rising from the center of the plant. The leaves hold large quantities of water, in the form of a clear, glistening gel.
Aloe Thistle is attributed to a variety of medicinal uses, It may be applied to soothe and relieve burns, and the flesh may be consumed in small quantities to ease constipation or fluid retention.
Dosages are as follows: Fluid extract, 5 to 30 drops every 18 hours. Powdered extract, 1 to 5 grains every 18 hours.
Ancient Lichen
This so-called lichen is desceptively named, for it is in fact a fungus. The "lichen" itself earns its name from its very great age, according to the denizens of Outland, from which it is native. This herb is similar to Grave Moss, except for being a fungus, and except for taking an exceptionally long time to grow. However, it inhabits the same sort of areas--places where death dwells. The fungus feeds off decaying matter,
Ancient Lichen has soothing, stimulating, tonic properties. It has been shown to provide a significant pain killer and to halt bleeding, both internal and external.
Dosages are as follows: Powdered extract, 30-120 grains.
Arthas' Tears
AKA Stratholme Lily
This purple flower once grew densely near the city of Strathholme. Although they survived the Culling and the plague-born corruption of the land, the climate changes of the Sundering killed most of them.
A few still linger, in remote corners of the world, but it seems that this plant will soon be only a memory. They are best known for their great beauty, but their main alchemical use is for a draught that allows the user to sense the closeness of undead. The irony of this has not gone unheeded.
Azshara's Veil
Easily one of the more common seaweeds, this plant is found along costal regions from southwestern Kalimdor to the Tol Barad Peninsula. However it is most famous for the warm seas of Vashj'ir, where it grows in thick kelp forests and can reach hundreds of feet in length.
Azshara's Veil can prove difficult to harvest. The thick kelp forests are far too tough and mature to be of any practical use and are exceptionally dangerous to harvest. One can easily become entangled and drowned, and if the forest doesn't get you, the Naga will, for they hold the plant quite sacred.
Azshara's Veil is used to produce a very potent tonic. It is good for the mind, encouraging memory and learning. Additionally it deters tiredness.
Dosages are as follows: Fluid extract, 2-10 drops, up to four times daily. Powdered extract, ½ to 1 oz.
Azure Snapdragon
It produces only one single stalk atop which grows a curiously large, bulbous flower, blue in color. The plant's name is said to be derived from the flower's appearance, in that it vaguely resembles the closed jaws of a dragon. If one gently squeezes the sides of the flower, these “jaws” will appear to open or close. Note: the essential oil possesses a bitter, acrid, and unpleasant taste and smell.
Snapdragons grow in fertile, well-drained soil.They are easily cultivated at home, with many domesticated and quite decorative varieties available.
Infusion of the leaves may be used to treat mild to moderate fluid retention. A poultice of fresh leaves or flowers is sometimes applied to insect bites, rashes, or skin disorders.
Dosages are as follows: Infusion of 1 ounce (dried) to the pint of water or milk. Fluid extract, ½ to 1 oz.
Banshee's Bells
AKA Fairy Bells, Rot Lily
Quill-like shoots emerge from the scaly sheath of this plant's underground stem. The leaves are rather plain and deeply ribbed. Small, delicate, bell-shaped flowers hang from loosely coiled stalks. These tiny, beautifully fragrant flowers range in color from white to a deep crimson, and in late summer develop into poisonous red berries.
Banshee's Bells are found natively in the temperate climes of northern Lordaeron, though they take easily to cultivation. The plant requires rich soil and thrives happily on the moist banks of rivers and streams, particularly in the Plaguelands where the rot and carrion have composted deep into the soil.
Banshee's Bells' primary use lies chiefly in ailments of the heart. It relieves heart palpitations, irregular heartbeat, and strengthens a weak heart. On the contrary, using too much of this potant herb can cause damage to the heart.
Dosages are as follows: Infusion, ½ ounce powder extract to 1 pint boiling water, taken in tablespoonful doses. Fluid extract, 10 to 30 drops.
Bathran's Hair
AKA Moonseed
A creeping, densely folios plant with waxy, maple-like leaves growing from a short, woody stem. It briefly bears small, yellow flowers in clusters. The plant is native to the forests of Kalimdor.
The plant takes poorly to cultivation, and attempts to domesticate it have failed. As such, it must be harvested in the wild.
In small doses it is used to treat depression and improve mood.
Dosages are as follows: Powdered root, ½ to 1 gram. Fluid extract, ½ to 1 gram. Seeds, 1 to 4 grains.
Bitterblossom
AKA Ironhead, Boltseed
Bitterblossom's thick, tough taproot grows downward.. Above ground the foliage forms a striking rosette of deeply notched leaves and tall stems, growing rapidly to waist height, and often even higher. The flowers are typically of a purple color, though red and white have also been observed.
Bitterblossom is not particularly difficult to harvest, with its concentrated root system one can simply pull it out of the ground. The plant is easy to cultivate, and indeed thrives in most climates and soil types with little to no care needed.
Ironically, while Bitterblossom releases a noxious compound to kill other plants in close proximity, this same compound proves an effective remedy against poisons and venoms. The water distilled from the root and seeds is then added to wine.
Dosages are as follows: Wineglass doses as needed. Bitterblossom possesses a singularly harsh, sour taste that is difficult, if not impossible, to mask completely.
Blindweed
AKA Mouse Ear, Marsh Flower
This is a leafy plant, its flowers abundantly, ranging in shades of blue, pink, or purple in a single plant. The flowers have 7 petals and a bright yellow center. The foliage is lush green and covered in fine hairs. It is easy to cultivate at home and a popular garden fixture.
The juice from its bulbous, garlic-like root has strong magic-amplifying and conducting properties in other herbs.
This plant has a strong affinity for the respiratory organs.
Dosages are as follows: Powder, ½ gram. Fluid extract, 1 oz.
Bloodspore
AKA Torches, Red Velvet, Redwort, Ghoul's Finger
The Bloodspore consists of a single stem with short, velvety leaves. The leaves feel very thick to the touch.The flowers grow in a large, round, crimson cluster atop the stem.The plant is native to the chilly tundras of Northrend.
Fever, cough, headaches.
Dosages are as follows: Infusion, 1 ounce dried herb or 4 ounces fresh leaves boiled for 10 minutes in a pint of water or milk.
Bloodthistle
Bloodthistle has bright green leaves with a soft, flexible spine at the tip and a bright red flower. It only grows in the kingdom of Quel'thalas. Bloodthistle requires magical energy in order to grow and thus is impractical to cultivate at home. Due to the difficulty in obtaining this herb most turn to equally effective alternatives. The Sin'dorei, specifically, seem to be susceptible to Bloodthistle addiction, perhaps related to the plant's unmistakable magical properties.
Bloodthistle is antiseptic, and it may be taken to treat serious infection and to promote a general feeling of well-being. Bloodthistle has proven to be highly addicting to the magically-inclined. Common side effects can range from mild withdrawal effects to the more severe, including fatigue, sweats, heart palpitation, aches and pains, nausea and vomiting. It has been heavily abused among the Sin'dorei population to control mana dependency.
Dosages are as follows: Fluid extract of root, 1-2 oz. Dried 1 gram.
Bogblossom
This bright orange, pumpkin-colored mushroom grows in the fungal marshes of Outland, parasitically feeding off other fungi. They give off a very pleasant, sweet fragrance and impart an earthy, fruity flavor.
The mushrooms possess a mildly sedative effect, and may be consumed in small quantities for the calming of nerves or to encourage sleep. They are most commonly dried and chopped or powdered for use in teas and syrups.
Dosages are as follows: Powdered extract, 30-100 grains. Syrup, one part Bogblossom, one part Dreaming Glory, sweetened to taste, as a mild stimulant.
Briarthorn
Briarthorn is a shrub that grows in densely knotted vines with a thick outer coating. It prefers shady, dark areas, and has no leaves; it is often mistaken for being dead. In the center of the vine is a gooey sap that has incredible medicinal properties. Appropriate protective equipment should be worn prior to harvesting as the spines are extremely sharp.
This herb works as both a healing agent and an agent used commonly for mending even the worst of the wounds, including minor amputations. It can provide an increase in effectiveness when added to healing potions and salves.
Dosages are as follows: Fluid extract, ½ - 1 oz. Powdered herb, one gram.
Bruiseweed
Most commonly found near structures or hillsides, Bruiseweed is a tall thistle plant with flowers that range from pale blue to faded purple.The plant owes its name to its flowers which release a special pigment that, when touched or rubbed on the skin, leaves a purplish, bluish stain that bears uncanny resemblance to a bruise.
The plant has been used for centuries by herbalists as an effective nerve tonic and sedative. Its common uses include relief of nervous tension, anxiety and nerve pain.
Teas should be drunk hot with either young peacebloom blossom or sprinkling of dried stranglekelp.
Dosages are as follows: Fluid extract, ½ - 1 oz. The same infusion may be given in ½ teaspoon doses every few hours to soothe infant colic.
Cinderbloom
AKA Flaming Orchid
This particular variety of orchid is aptly named due both to its warm glow and the incredibly spicy flavor from its oil. The plant consists of a low, dense, foliose bush from which grow delicate tendrils curling their way skyward. As these tendrils grow and strengthen they straighten into long, sturdy stalks atop which sprout the flowers. Cinderbloom--the entirety of the plant--ranges in color from golden yellow to a fiery orange-red.
Cinderbloom may be used to calm the nerves and bring mental clarity.
Dosages are as follows: Due to the severe heat of the oil Cinderbloom is typically with milk or as a tincture. Milk and alcohol both prevent the oil from sticking to the inside of the mouth and causing irritation. 2 tablespoonsful, three times per day.
Corpseweed
AKA Duskwood Lasher
Corpsweed is found stalking the dark forests and farmsteads of Duskwood. Ropy vines wrap around prey, constricting tightly and squeezing the breath out of its hapless victim. Large, sharp spines along its vines help keep the lasher maintain a firm grip. It is crowned with four modified, toothed leaves—which close tightly around subdued prey as it begins to devour its victim.
Practical use for Corpseweed is found within the plant a volatile oil with strong tonic and that brings on nervous disorders of many kinds, as well as anxiety or nervousness.
Dosages are as follows: 1 ounce of the powdered herb to a pint of boiling water, given in half-teacupful doses every few hours as needed.
Crying Violet
AKA Fool's Violet, Shivering Daisy
Flat, serrated leaves grow at the base of the stem, outward and close to the ground. The hard, wiry stem is branched and leafless. Beginning in late spring, sweet-scented flowers bloom atop its stems. The Crying Violet is aptly named, for it trembles to the touch.
The oil has a mildly cooling effect and may be applied to swelling or bruises for relief.
Dosages are as follows: Infusion, one part fresh leaves to 5 parts boiling water, in 1 to 2 fluid ounce doses, taken in teaspoonful doses or applied topically.
Dahlia's Tears
This nigh-mythical, exceptionally rare flower is said to be born of red dragonfire. Its uses in the restoration of damaged tissue.
Dosages are as follows: Powdered root, ½ to 1 gram. Fluid extract, ½ to 1 dram. Seed, 1 to 3 grains.
Deadnettle
A long, angular, rough stem about an inch in diameter, that wraps around, underneath, and between nearby plants. Deadnettle is named after its appearance, for most of the year it appears quite dead. This nettle does not flower, instead it simply spreads out and roots amongst other plants. Deadnettle can grow in nearly any climate, though it is found exclusively on the Northrend continent.
Deadnettle has anabolic and tonic properties. It must be debarked and the softer core boiled down and distilled. The spring leaves and tender, new growth may be used in a strong infusion or decoction. Deadnettle strengthens the internal organs, particularly the adrenal glands and kidneys. A small dose taken daily provides stamina to endure a hectic workload. Larger doses provide increased benefit, though perhaps of shorter, more erratic duration.
Dosages are as follows: Infusion, wineglass dose taken once daily. Decoction, half teacupful dose, taken once daily.
Draenic Seeds (aka Little Seed of Death)
While these seeds can look quite innocent, that is far from the truth. They are found on the ground underneath tall trees where random beasts often dies and unpleasant death from consuming them. They are often overlooked as any potential danger because they appear harmless enough in apperance.
If one make a mistake of consuming one, a person's tongue will swell quite rapidly and the muscles in the throat will tighten, leading to death if not treated quick enough. If handled properly, it can help reduce damage and poisonous infliction to the nerve system.
Dosage as follows: 2-3 seeds for harmful purposes. 5-10 seeds as antidote. The seeds must be boiled for minimum four hours before laid out to dry for a day.
Dragonspine
Dragonspine's long and narrow, jagged leaves. The vermillion-tipped leaves are rather shiny, and their edges bear a vague resemblance to the spikes running the length of a dragon's spine.
Dragonspine is primarily used as a mildly narcotic sedative, and may be infused into wine for the relief of minor aches and pains. High doses have a mildly hallucinogenic effect.
The leaves are pressed to express a milky-white juice, which is then dried. The leaves may also be used dried, pressed or whole. Dosages are as follows: Fluid extract, 18 grains. Powder extract, 10 to 20 grains.
Dragon's Teeth
Dragon’s Teeth is a strange plant. It only grows in a specific region called the Worldbreaker’s Scar, in the Badlands. This valley was carved by Deathwing during his initial assault upon Azeroth, and these strange, white and red plants sprung up in his wake. It has pale leaves that turn reddish at the tips and along the edges. It grows in small clumps.
Dosages are as follows: Currently no dosage instructions as research is ongoing.
Dreamfoil
Dreamfoil is a green, shrubby plant growing roughly knee high. It has long, thin leaves. It has long narrow spikes that flower through much of the year.
Dreamfoil has powerful warding properties; dried and hung in a doorway, it drives away vengeful spirits. The plant will help with insomnia. A bath prepared with this oil eases exhaustion, emotional pain and stress.
Dosages are as follows: Fluid extract, 30-60 drops. Pressed oil, 30-60 drops.
Dreaming Glory
Since its recent discovery in the wastes of Outland, Dreaming Glory has become affectionately dubbed one of the most beautiful flowers to ever grow. Its soft, translucent petals glow with a golden luster, and its pollen like heavenly stardust. In contrast to the flower's beautiful delicacy are its thick, tough stem and rugged, fern-like fronds.It radiates bioluminescent light and a faint warm glow. Those who have had the good fortune to pick the plant themselves report feelings of warmth, invigoration, and an overwhelming sense of well-being at the mere touch of this glorious treasure.
It is used as an anti-imflammatory, antiseptic salve. The plant's beneficial effects on skin are wide-reaching and well-recognised; tinctures and suspensions are used to control or treat dermatitis, acne, bleeding and irritation. Dreaming glory essential oils are a key component in many of Azeroth's finest beauty creams.
Dosages are as follows: Fluid extract, ¼ - 1 oz.
Dreamleaf
This plant has purple leaves, an azure stem, and small pink flowers spreading from the end of the stem. Although it may be difficult to harvest due to its long, stubborn roots, it is popular among alchemist because it is both easy to handle, and to grow. It has a sweet, pleasant scent.
While the plant looks innocent enough, the leaves may be toxic if not handles properly, and should be supervised by an experienced alchemist. The pink petals has a pleasant scent and is known to cause a sense of euphoria and well-being. It is a popular substance to use once someone is injured because it gives the illusion of reducing the pain significantly.
Dosages are as follows: 2-5 drops of raw liquid extract, 1/2 - 2 grains of dried petals.
Earthroot
AKA Snakeroot
A fairly common plant across Kalimdor and the Eastern Kingdoms. Earthroot has sparse, tiny evergreen leaves, but more of value is the thick, woody root that typically protrudes above ground.
When combined with the volatile oil of the deviate fish Earthroot can stimulate muscle growth, enhance performance, and improve skeletal structure at the expense of potentially dangerous side effects. It can also enhance the properties of Peacebloom.
Note: When infusing bring temperature to hot, but not boiling. Boiling will destroy the medicinal compounds.
Dosages are as follows: Infusion, taken in wineglass doses. 1-4 fluid ounces.
Fadeleaf
Fadeleaf is a small evergreen shrub. It does not like sun, and is most easily found in shaded areas. It is covered in an oil that causes significant irritation and temporary blindness if it comes in contact with the eyes, and causes a rash on unprotected skin.
Fadeleaf is often combined with local grasses for use in allergies in the area.
Fadeleaf also has a seedy past, as it was a common ingredient in blinding powder, particularly the oil. While cheap to make and acquire, the creation process was long and tedious and mistakes could cause the chemist to blind himself.
Dosages are as follows: 3-4 drops infusion in the nostrils for hay fever, as needed. Fluid extract, ½ to 1 oz.
Felweed
A somewhat deceptively named plant, for while the plant has been adulterated by the fel magics swirling about its native Outland, the damage and lasting effect has thus far been minimal. With lush, green, fern-like fronds and delicate tendrils curling upward as if reaching for the sky.
Despite Felweed's medicinal properties it is chiefly used today to draw out and intensify the medicinal effects of other herbs. Due to the plant's heavy concentration of Fel magic it is simply unsafe for daily medicinal application and consumption due to addiction.
Dosages are as follows: Powdered root, 1-4 gram. Fluid extract, 1-4 oz.
Felwort
This plant is quite unusual in appearance and therefore easily recognized. It has hard, scaly green-brown leaves that rest upon dry soil or dirt, and in the middle a purple, fleshy fruit-looking plant appears. Thin stems reach to into the air and is quite sharp to the touch with a glistening, green center. One must be careful in harvesting this as it can pierce skin with grave consequences.
Felwort with its Fel energies is known to create paranoia, distorted memory and illusions. It can be used to alter memories and manipulate a person. Its green center can also be used to clear a mind and counter hallucinations.
Its dosage is as follows: 2 grams dried leaves and roots, 1 oz infused extract from the fleshy center, one distilled green 'seed' for positive effects.
Firebloom
AKA Fire Lily, Scorpidsting
This variety of lily flourishes in hot, arid terrain. It is bright red and orange in color, both leaves and flowers, with spindly, delicate stamens. Firebloom is extremely spicy; in small amounts it can be used as a seasoning, but beware! The pollen and nectar of Firebloom will burn the skin when touched! It is advisable to wear gloves while gathering this herb.
This plant may be difficult to cultivate at home, as it does not tolerate direct moisture well. DO NOT WATER! It will oversaturate and suffocate the roots.
Potions made with Firebloom tend to be rather spicy. By combining Firebloom oil with a magical catalyst one can produce an oil searing hot to the touch, which can reverse its used and treat burn damage.
Dosages are as follows: Infusion in water or milk, up to 3 tablespoonsful.
Firethorn
Firethorn is something of a curiosity and novelty, growing exclusively in the mineral-rich geyser fields of the northern tundras. From the ground sprout numerous hollow, thick stems, and along either side of each stem grow pointed, slightly curled leaves.
The native peoples who inhabit the tundras have long regarded Firethorn as an efficacious ward against witchcraft and dark magics. It is most commonly dried and tied into bundles, then hung from doorways and windows or burned in braziers.
There are no known dosage instructions.
Fireweed
This plant can be potential dangerous to harvest due to the environment it grows in. Although it should never be handled with bare hands, it is soft and velvety to its touch and has a nice, warm glow to it.
It is an efficient way to treat burn injuries and can soothe most skin irritations. Furthermore, it is a popular salve to bring along to long, cold journeys and it creates a warm and pleasant feeling in the body. However, it can also cause internal damage to organs if not handled properly.
Dosages are as follow: Boiled leaves applied directly onto skin, fluid extract from roots 1/2 - 3 drops.
Fjarnskaggl
This plant does not like company. If you brush up against it, the white sap it produces is liable to cause a violent allergic reaction on your skin. It will immediately blister before bursting into painful wounds. The dry leaves and prickly thorns reaches into the air with apple-looking fruit in the middle, which are as lethal as the thorns are an irritation.
Ingesting the apple looking plants growing from it may lead to irritations such as nausea, vomiting and seizures. If ingested in large doses, the nervous system may collapse. Harvested properly, it can help with most skin irritations, infections, and as an immune booster.
Dosages are as follow: Distilled peel from the fruit 1 oz, liquid extract 5-10 drops.
Flame Cap
AKA Zangar Firecracker, Swamp Beacon, Bog Beacon
Flame Cap, so named in part for it's intense bioluminescence, inhabits the dark, swampy bogs and swamps of Outland's extensive Zangarmarsh. The fungus grows in multiple stalks emerging from a hard, spongy base. On the underside of the cap is an extensive network of tiny pores, whence the spores are released.
More particularly, Flame Cap's namesake lies in the volatile nature of the fungus. It contains a variety of highly explosive compounds that can cause severe burns to the face, eyes, hands, and any other exposed flesh, as well as damage clothing.
Fool's Cap
Fool's Cap is a conditionally edible mushroom native to the temperate climes of Pandaria. The cushiony cap—often described as “meaty” in texture—bears a distinct reddish skin with smudgy blue markings outlined in white.
Fool's Cap is so named because, raw and in large quantities, it can be quite toxic, and must be parboiled prior to use. Fool's Cap and Golden Lotus may be added to tea as a moderate stimulant and powerful tonic.
Dosages are as follows: Infusion, 1 ounce powdered herb to one pint boiling water, steeped several minutes, taken in teacup doses.
Frostweed
This particular plant prefers to grow in shaded areas and are partial to blooming during Moonlight. It reaches to knee-height and while it looks quite beautiful, one must be careful not to touch the stem lest suffer cold injuries.
This plant can help build resistance to cold and common viral infections. It can also reduce an already onset cold. Additionally, it can help reduce temporarily memory loss.
Dosage is as follows: Fluid extract 2-5 drops.
Ghost Mushroom
The Ghost Mushroom has its name due to its pale, almost transparent glow.
The mushrooms are mildly hallucinogenic and can cause feelings of invincibility. Abuse can be dangerous.
Dosages are as follows: No dosage instructions. Physician or Alchemist's discretion.
Gloomweed
Before the Scouge swept the land, Gloomweed was known as Northern Blueberry. It still grows abundantly in those lands, most particularly in the forests of Tirisfal and Silverpine. This herb has a sparse, dull covering of leathery leaves and has wavy, foul-smelling berries. The shrub itself barely exceeds knee height and consists of wiry, angular branches.
Care must be taken when handling because moderate to high doses is toxic. Even small amounts can cause a significant reduction in heart rate and blood pressure.
Dosages are as follows: One part fluid extract to two parts water.
Goldthorn
This thorny, dry plant grows in full or partial sunlight; often as a veritable golden crown atop hillsides. The plant has spindly, thorny vines, while the base consists of a thick, fleshy outer layer and a soft interior. The spines are not particularly sharp, no special equipment needed to harvest it.
Goldthorn is soothing, anti-inflammatory, reduce rash and itching, and stimulates skin regeneration. It is a popular burn remedy. The thick juice from a broken bramble may be rubbed on skin as beauty treatment.
Goldthorn has stimulant properties as well. If combined with Blindweed it has arcane enhancing and awareness effects. In a correct preparation of oil-free Fadeleaf, it can help increase vision beyond one's normal level.
Doses are as follows: Fluid extract 5-20 drops. Powdered extract, 1-3 grams.
Gorgrond Flytrap
This plant gets it name unsurprisingly due to its nature of snapping up bugs and small creatures. Additionally, it has no issues attempting to snap at larger animals, people included. While it cannot consume a person, it can leave a toxic bite and slime, and an alchemist must take great care with harvesting it since it must be subdued before cut down.
While its slime can be toxic and scarring to the skin, its bite can be lethal. The teeth will project and pierce the skin before releasing poison that travels quickly through the body. The potent toxin is known to disrupt the function of the heart muscle, which can accelerate the heartbeat up until it bursts and causes death. Once infected by the poison, the victim has less than one hour to find an antidote before it becomes lethal. However, if harvested and used properly, it is a terrific antidote for many poisons.
Usages are as follow: Ground up 'teeth' 2-3 grams for toxic purposes, 10-20 drops fluid extract as antidote.
Gravemoss
As its name implies, Grave Moss is usually found around grave sites. It is a bright green moss that grows in nitrate-rich environments and thrive on decaying organic matter. The plant feeds on necromantic energies, which if left to float freely could encourage the dead to rise.
A potentially disgusting plant to harvest, and disturbing the dead can be outright dangerous, but the rewards are well worth it.
It is a strong stimulant. Once used to treat skin problems and infections. It is now mostly combined with other herbs. (Bloodthistle, Nightmare Vine or Ghost Mushroom) Alone it is very toxic. Do not use this without the proper guidance from a skilled alchemist!
Gravemos possesses latent shadow elemental properties due to its feeding on necromantic energy and general proximity to death and decay. Distilling can bring the undead out, cause grave shadow energy, confusion, memory loss, haunted sleep and hallucination.
Dosages are as follows: Powdered 1-2 grains, fluid extract 1-3 drops.
Green tea
A large, leafy evergreen growing up to thirty feet in height. The leaves are elliptical in shape, on short stalks and easily harvested. The flowers are sparse and grows in twos or threes on short branches.
While easy to harvest, Green Tea is time consuming to process. Leaves must be air dried prior to use. Once moderately dried, roast the leaves over fire, stir constantly, until they are softened and begin to wilt. Squeeze leaves to remain remaining moisture.
The dried leaves is used as a stimulant. The fluid extract is used to staunch bleeding. If it is mixed with Golden Lotus, Snow Lily, or Fool's Cap, it can promote good mood and help with anxiety. An infusion with Silkweed is said to improve memory.
Dosages are as follows: Infusion in teacup doses as needed. Large quantities may impede sleep.
Groomsblood
Named after the orc Groom Hellscream, this leafy plant grows in areas affected by Fel taint; its leaves start out green but turns reddish brown as they grow and absorb the demonic energy around them. Some theorize this plant works to cleanse the affected lands or wounds by drawing out the Fel. The plant grows well in poor soil, sandy ground, and tainted environments.
It is extremely potent, and can be used in elixirs as an anti-demonic reagent. Due to the Fel taint, it should not under any circumstances be processed by anyone save skilled alchemists.
Used properly it can either be used to cleanse or to harm victims with Fel taint. It can also cause a general mind altering effect. Combined with Ghost Mushroom or Sorrowmoss, this will enhance the attributes and should never be attempted without direct supervision by a skilled alchemist.
Dosages as follows: It should be prepared as an infusion only and taken in teaspoonful doses.
Hazewood Bush
The plant grows in a scrubby bush to roughly waist heights. It has tall, rigid and prickly stems that bear spiny flower heads purple in color. The entirety of the plant is prickly to the touch and requires gloves for harvesting. It is native to the northern continent of Northrend and grows mostly in Grizzly Hills.
The leaves are usually died and smoked. It enhances good mood, vividness of dreams (good and bad depending on the infusion), it can induce hallucinations in too large doses.
Dosages are as follows: Powdered 1/4 to 1 grain. For smoking 1/2 to 1 grain.
Heartblossom (aka Deepholm Marigold)
Native to the realmof Deepholm, Heartblossom is a hearty plant beating striking red flowers. The leaves are rough to the touch. Inside the stems and roots, it contains a milky-white juice.
The leaves and petals are often infused in teas. The juice is purified by vaporizing it, then condensing it by cooling the vapor and collecting the resulting liquid.
The tea is used to calm nerves and anxiety. As a juice, it is used to help with dizziness, nausea, vomiting and stomach pain.
Dosages are as follows: 1 ounce herb in boiling water as tea, steeped 15 minutes then cooled. Distillation, 1-3 drops.
Icecap
Icecap is a plant growing in the northern reaches of Kalimdor. At a distance the bloom appears as a solid mass, however, close inspection reveals a globe of tiny, soft flowers. They are usually white in color and perched atop a stiff stem with velvety leaves.
It is commonly used in medicine. The root is a potent antiseptic and used to treat infection, fever, and swelling. Mixed with Sorrowmos and soaked in vinegar, it is said to draw out toxic compounds from the body. Likewise, a solution of the fluid and vinegar taken daily is an effective prevention against some poisons.
Dosages are as follows: 1 oz sugar to 1/2 oz raw, expressed juice.
Icethorn
The plant derives its name from its sharp thorns, often coated with glinting frost. Native to the chilly continent of Northrend and particularly thriving in Storm Peaks, Icethorn is the definition of hardy. It is a short, knotty vine with thick roots spreading several feet into the ground below the permafrost.
The tough, woody brambles are of little use as the sap spends most of the time deep inside the roots. The expressed juice of the roots is an effective antidote but can cause a deep depression to follow if not used carefully. However, added with a Goldclover infusion it can aid the healing of even the nastiest wounds, and specifically in serious or internal injury.
It must be taken in small doses as it is extremely potent. Failure to do so, it may interact in a volatile manner. Supervision of a qualified alchemist is strongly recommended. High doses can induce respiratory paralysis.
Dosages are as follows: Fluid extract 1/2 to 1 oz. Powdered root 1 gram.
Incendia Agave
A rosette of thick, toothed leaves for them herb native to southern Kalimdor. Severe flooding of the Thousand Needles have significantly reduced the plant's numbers and may be extinct in the wild eventually. The thorns are very sharp and can cause injury while harvested.
Incendia Agave is used as a mild laxative and is slow to act. It is flammable and can also be used on arrows and other weaponry.
Dosages are as follows: (A word of cation) The extract is highly flammable) Fluid extract 5-15 drops, powdered extract 1-3 grains.
Khadgar's Whisker
Named after the famous Archmage, it is a sparse, grassy plant that grows in clumps in shaded areas. It starts with a deep green base that eventually fades to yellow. It is usually pressed and the oil reserved.
It is mostly used to infuse other herbs and the leaves boost the potency of other potions.
Dosages are as follows: No specific instruction but rather depends on the other herbs.
Kingsblood
A small shrub with pale pink-purple flowers. It favors the flat areas of fields and plains. It is often found on the flat, windswept plains of the Arathi Highland.
It has been a long esteemed remedy for coughs and colds. It has been used to reduce fevers and headaches. It can be given to children as well. Large doses could be laxative, and too many cups could disturb the heart rhythm.
Dosages are as follows: Fluid extract 1/2 - 1 oz, powdered 5-15 grains.
Lichbloom (aka Whispervine)
It consists of a tangled mass of spindly, cord-like stems rising from a clumb of leaves. It often entwines aound other flora and objects. Its leaves are of a dull color with brightly glowing orbs.
It displays an increased concentration of mana and general magical properties. And yet, given its murky history within scourge-held lands (in particulary Northrend) many choose to err on the side of superstition. Some more experimentation is needed. The only thing that is for certain is that low doses cause mental clarity and insightful perception, while too doses induces confusion and temporary memory loss.
Dosages are as follows: Powdered leaves 50-110 grains infused in half teacup boiling water.
Liferoot
Found near fresh water, liferoot is often mistaken for earthroot. Aside from the different habitat, liferoot has a thinner skin and its crisp, juicy flesh is white or cream in color rather than brown. The leaves are also broader and not evergreen. It grows best in swampy environments.
It is nutritious and good to eat and nullifies many toxins when consumed. As an infusion with more wicked herbs, it can however trigger respiratory distress both temporarily and permanently. The dried root can be combined with Earthroot to help to combat sleeplessness with many soothing dreams. Some may even use it for mildly hallucinogenic effects or to distress.
Dosages are as follows: Fluid extract 10-20 drops. 2-3 leaves boiled in tea or soup for smaller doses.
Lotus, Black
It is described as a rather striking flower for its nearly black color. It is also exceptionally rare. For most of its cycle, it is little more than a thorny stalk and may only bloom a couple of times over its lifespan. It is often associated with lethal poison and murder, and for a very good reason. When ingested, it floods the body with a deadly neurotoxin.
A skilled alchemist can make use of the stems, pollen, petals and seeds by distillation and separating the venomous toxin, which should be promptly disposed. The remaining parts are nothing short but legendary. It has no positive use and the antidote is slow to work and may never return its victim fully back to normal.
Dosages are as follows: Raw extraction 1 drop, infusion 1-2 oz, powdered extract 1/2 grain.
Lotus, Fel
This flower is named for the corruption it has endured by the rampant Fel energies that swarm Outland, it is now a barely recognizable husk of its former beauty. It is a spiny, shriveled looking and sickly green flower. The thick, long roots are known to strangling all nearby plant life.
It draws blood and fluids out to the surface, which can cause bruising, but it has some positive effects. It is a strong reliever for chronic and severe pain and may counter some Fel wounds. However, it is mostly used for its terrible potential to cause internal injuries caused by Fel.
Dosages are as follows: It should be prepared as an infusion (max 1 oz) - or in pure form 3-5 oz to inflict harm. Furthermore, 1 gram of powder can be used to conceal within food and drinks as it will leave little noticeable taste.
Lotus, Golden
Striking in appearance, it is a much more pleasant plant to deal with in comparison to the other Lotus plants. It lives up to its name with the beautiful, golden flower and silky leaves. It grows generously in the Jade Forest.
It is often used due to nervousness or anxiety. It is known to settle the nerves for soldiers after returning from battle and to help them combat sleepless nights. Furthermore, it can be used to help with irritability and mood swings, and may even used to combat addictions and improve hangovers.
Dosage are as follows: 20 drops of liquid extract in fluid, or 3 grains from dried petals.
Lotus, Purple
The most common variety of the lotus. It is recognizable by its distinct purple, fleshy pod, and dark spines. It often grows around the ruins of ancient troll or Kaldorei settlements.
It can be used to create hallucinations and sleep. An alchemist can use it to either encourage peaceful slumber, or a terrible nightmare. Furthermore, used in large doses it can cause temporary coma.
Dosages are as follows: Infusion 1 oz in wineglass dose. Liquid extract 1-3 drops.
Mageroyal
It is easily recognized by its open pink flowers. the leaves gives off a sweet aroma and some use it in cooking. It is most prevalent in Westfall and the Barrens of Kalimdor, and thrives in direct sunlight.
It is often used as an alternative to Bloodthistle except there is no habit forming properties.
Dosages are as follows: 1 1/2 pound of fresh Mageroual flowers in full bloom into 1 gallon of alcohol to stand for days. Then distill and gather remaining liquid for cooking. For smoking, steep in hot water 3 flowers and add sugar to taste before drying and smoking.
Mountain Silversage
This bush grows high in the mountains and often clings to the sides of sheer cliffs. It is sometimes confused for a similar but unrelated plant, Silverleaf, due to the coloration. Silversage is however shorter, and prefers direct and partial sunlight. The leaves are larger, longer and somewhat fuzzy.
It has antiseptic and skin stimulant properties. It can also be used for depression, hysteria and hyperactivity.
Dosages are as follows: For antiseptic and skin related conditions; 1/2 oz fresh leaves, 1 oz sugar 1/2 oz honey infused in boiling water and strained off after half hour. It is consumed in teacup doses. For depression etc, 1-3 oils taken 3 times daily. Must also be combined with 1/2 oz of Bruiseweed root and 3 grams of Peacebloom leaves.
Nagrand Arrowbloom
This harsh, spiky plant prefers dry soil and direct sunlight. It has pale flowers that do not bloom, and that can cause injury if it pierce your skin upon harvesting due to the leaves' prickliness.
It is quite lethal in nature, and most parts of it can be used for that purpose; including leaves, root and flower. While it may be therapeutic in nature in small parts, it is not worth the risk of cardiac arrest if ingested or prepared wrong.
Dosage is as follows: 2-3 gram ground up root, 5-6 drops of extract, 1 pressed leaf boiled in sweet tea for an hour.
Peacebloom (aka Mayweed and Field Daisy)
It is a variety of the common daisy with delicate white flowers with a yellow at the center. It has long stems with several long leaves around its base. The name is an attribute to the plant's calming properties. It grows best in open, sunny areas.
It has anti-inflammatory properties, and can reduce bruising and swelling. Most commonly it is used to calm nerves, soothe depression and sadness. It is also used to help with pregnancy-related discomfort and mood swings.
Dosages are as follows: 1/2 oz tea fusion taken 3 times a day as needed. Fluid extract 1-3 drops.
Rain Poppy
Rain Poppy is best recognized by its pink petals and yellow center. It has short, green leaves and thrives in rich soil. It grows in Pandaria and is easy to harvest.
From the extract, oil can be made from an infusion. It has pain-relieving property, and is especially good when treating sore muscles and aching joints. The cooling sensation can temporarily override discomfort when applied.
Dosages are as follow: 5-10 drops of extract mixed in water or herbal tea.
Sha-Touched Herb
This once beautiful plant has since become tainted with Sha energies. It can be found in the Dread Wasted and is quite dangerous to harvest. It is a small compact plant that has no flower, instead it has prickly, white and black leaves.
Even small doses of this plant can cause death by disrupting your body's neuromuscular junctions, resulting in ascending muscular paralysis. The paralysis typically begins in a person's legs, and then travels up until it reaches the respiratory muscles, resulting in death unless an antidote is quickly applied.
Dosages are as follow: 1-2 dried leaves or 2-3 drops fluid extract from the roots.
Silkweed
This small plant grows on the Timeless Isle and can only be found during the warmer seasons. It is partial to daylight and can be hard to grow at home. It is a thick and brightly green herb that grows in rich soil, close to the ground. It can easily wilter after being harvested so it is important to quickly make use of it.
It is mostly known to cure nausea and stomach ache. It can also help removing toxins from your body, although in smaller doses.
Usage is as follows: Fluid extract 2-5 drops infused.
Silverleaf
it is a thick shrub and owes its name to the silvery color of a mature plant. It grows in shade, particularly in woodlands around the base of trees. The flowers and berries are small and silvery-blue. New plants begin green in color and change gradually over the growth season. It is more prevalent in northern Kalimdor.
It is often added to other herbs, especially to Peacebloom to enhance the herbs effect. It can be applied to the skin to relive itching, inflammation and pain associated with insect bites, poisonous plants and minor scrapes and bruises.
Dosages are as follows: 5-10 drops with other herbs. Cold wraps soaked in water and extract can be used to apply to skin.
Snow Lily
Although this plant also prefers cold climate and has a stiff stem with velvety leaves, it still stands out with its pale blue petals. This rare but beautiful flower has many pleasant functions and is sought out by many.
The petals and center may help reducing irritability and prevent depression. Most noticeable a healthy amount of its stem, may lighten feelings of resentment and grief.
Dosages are as follow: 1-2 dried leaves, fluid extract infused in tea 10-20 drops.
Starflower
This beautiful, compact plant has its name for a reason; the frosty, blue leaves have a glowing appearance and the resemblance of a star shape. It is fairly easy to harvest and grow, thus making it popular among many alchemists.
This plant is often used for headaches and general aches. It has a soothing effects and works well with hot baths. It can be used safely on both babies and children, making it popular among many parent. Additionally, it can help with allergies and general irritated airways.
Dosage is as follows: 10-15 drops extract in bath, 2-3 gram of dried flower petals.
Starlight Rose
This short flower grows in most conditions except where negative energies may exist. It reacts negatively to any harmful energy and will simply wilt. It is a transparent flower with beautiful blue petals, and a pink center. The leaves and stem are more harsh looking and can be surprisingly hard to the touch.
While the stem and leaves can be used to reinforce armor and weapons, the flower itself has a pleasant effect. It gives a temporarily immunity to most extreme weather conditions, increases focus and clarity of the mind.
Dosages are as follow: 2 ground up leaves, 1-2 fresh leaves boiled in tea for half hour or 1-2 drops of extract from its center.
Stranglekelp (aka Tangleweed and Naga's Snare)
One of the more dangerous plants to harvest, it is a green kelp that grows underwater along most coastlines in shallow water. The distinctive flowers do not bloom. It gets its name from two sources - its prevalence around Stranglethorn Vale, and its tendency to ensnare and drown wildlife or inexperienced herbalists. Great care should be taken to avoid tangling oneself.
The leaves are considered a delicacy in some coastal regions, and its vines are sometimes dried and used as ropes. It is renowned for its strong healing powers. It is considered one of the best herbs to treat respiratory conditions as well. If used in too large doses, it will induce vomiting. Combined with Wild Steelbloom, it will increase pain tolerance. Combined with the oil of Blackmouth can slow down breathing.
Dosages are as follows: Powdered extract 3-10 grains. Liquid extract 1-2 drops. Infusion, one wine glassful.
Sungrass (aka Maiden Grass, Morning Light, Evergold)
A thin, stiff grass that grows in sunny areas. The leaves are sharp enough to leave thin, stinging cuts on the hands, so use gloves when harvesting. It is a bright yellow-green in color and grows in sparse clumps.
It is mostly used to preserve food and potions. It can be smoked to enhance a good sense of well-being, reduce stress and insomnia. It has a warm, citrus smell.
Dosages are as follows: Chop up and dry Sungrass as desired.
Swiftthistle (aka Ironhead, Bullweed, Stinging Thistle)
A parasitic plant that requires gloves to harvest. The plant consists of long, spiny leaves, a viny stalk covered in more spines, and yellow or purple flowers with sharp spines protecting their delicate interiors. Swiftthistle is a very sugary plant, very sweet in taste, and can provide a short boost of energy when made into a tea
Cold infusions are valuable in regaining energy, and can also be taken to improve appetite. It is commonly drank as a tea for a morning pick-me-up, and stronger concentrations can keep one awake and alert hours longer than one might normally experience.However, strong concentrations of Swiftthistle are hard on the heart and sleep deprivation will catch up. Frequent abuse of this stimulant can be dangerous.
Dosages are as follows: Fluid infusion in tea or wine 1-3 drops. Powdered leaves smoked.
Talador Orchid
This beautiful Orchid reaches about knee-height and is used not only for medical purposes, but also as decoration. It is easily grown and kept at home as long as it has a lot of rich, fresh soil. It has a sky blue collection of flowers that sits high on top of long, soft stems.
This orchid is mostly popular for its efficient use of antidote against various poisons and toxins. Additionally, it can be used to cleanse the liver, treat high blood pressure and calm a racing heart.
Dosage is as follows: 2-3 drops fluid extract from stem or root, 3-5 freshly chopped petals that are distilled in water before infused with alcohol.
Terocone
They are similar to pine cones in that they are seed pods of a sort that grow on the giant conifers of Terokkar Forest in Outland. They are a bright bluish color. Other than color and size--for they are very large--Terocones resemble any other pine cone, each containing a nut. When the nuts are developed and mature the cone drops to the ground.
They impart alertness as well as a strong sense of well being and self-confidence.
Dosages are as follows: Infusion of alcohol 2-10 drops. Infusion of water 1-3 drop.
Wild Steelbloom (aka Goathead, Puncturevine)
Wild Steelbloom tests the creativity and daring of herbalists, often growing on steep hills and making it a real challenge to get to. A pretty shrub with pale steel colored blossoms. Care should be taken when picking it, as the petals and leaves possess sharp spines and have been known to cause serious injury.
It acts as a muscle stimulant and pain reliever, and may be used internally and externally to treat infections such as influenza, bronchitis, and the common cold.
Dosages are as follows: Powdered root 2-4 grams. Fluid extract 1-2 drops.
Wildvine (aka Stinkvine, Skunkweed)
This ropy, fibrous, creeping vine and its flowers are similar in appearance to Kingsblood, though they are smaller and sparse. Wildvine is most notable for the offensive odor released when bruised.
It is an effective treatment for anxiety and nerves, as well as insomnia, but is unpopular with more modern herbalists (and their customers!) due to its particularly unpleasant taste and smell. With the right knowledge, Wildvine is a potent antivenom for some snake and insect bites.
Dosage instructions: Liquid extract 1-5 drops 3 tims daily. It may be applied directly to wounds or bites.
Wintersbite
Wintersbite can only be found in the Alterac Mountains, specifically in the Ruins of Alterac. It's a hardy plant, surviving the fall of the kingdom. It's a shrub, with green stems and bright yellow flowers. Wintersbite suffered from massive over-harvesting during the war in Northrend to the point of near extinction.
The root is used externally to minimise skin inflammation, boils, burns and wounds.
Dosages are as follows: Fluid extract, ½ - 2 drops taken freely.
Yseralline Seed/Vilethorn Blossom
This plant only grows in the Vilethorn Thicket and has rightfully earned its name for its vile nature. Being a prickly plant to harvest, one must practice great care not to get the thorns break skin. It prefers shaded areas and can survive an impressive harsh condition. However, the seeds inside is quite the contrast with their glistening and pleasant looking appearance. They feel slightly wet to the touch and have positive results in alchemy.
The plant can disable nerves, lower blood pressure and cardiac irregularity. If it gets in contact with skin, it can cause numbness, tingling and burning. In larger doses it induce a false sense of nervousness and paranoia. The seeds, however, has a positive outlook as they can be used to calm stomach ache, nausea and generate a pleasant blood flow and immune system.
Dosage is as follows: 1-2 dried leaves, 3-4 oz fluid extract, 1/2-2 seeds infused in food.
