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A hearty plant known for flowering in the winter but is also crafted into a popular tea. The plant produces a stalk capable of pushing through dense snow, and deploys modified bracts that are both exceptionally dense and colorful. These are collected by a small species of snow crab in a mutualistic exchange: the crab receives insulating protection from the elements, and the thistle distributes its seeds much further.

This plant gives Xeros the Fur Pads trait! This item is given out during events and prompts.

The virgule is one of the Atropa mushrooms, cultivated for its brilliant colors used primarily as a natural dye for textiles. While not a wild species, it has made its way into several communities, with some even enjoying its reportedly extreme sour flavor, especially as a powdered spice.

This mushroom gives Xeros the Horizontal Pupils trait!

An excellent example of anemochory, the seeds of the Samara tree use their characteristic fibrous wings to slow their descent and hopefully spread. They are often seen spiraling down in huge numbers during the fall months in Jurupa, making it a popular seasonal travel destination!

Consuming this gives Xeros the Frilled Ears Trait!

Starting early fall the hard shells of this tree nut can be seen strewn about across the walkways of Aberion, a popular high-fat snack amongst local wildlife. Roasted hake nut is beloved by many as a traditional fall flavor for everything from baked goods to hot beverages. Even the shells are used for smoking foods or campfire kindling.

Consuming this Nut gives a Xero the Ornamental Tail trait!

Initially found to be useful in cosmetic and clothes dying, this curious fungus found a completely new use when a curious scientist mistook it for a similar sweeter verity of mushroom, causing their enamel to stain permanently.

With this new discovery, aliens from all around Owai-6 have been using the Sugar Drop to dye their teeth wild colors as a new type of fashion statement!

The only toll for these Colored Teeth is the taste of the acidic and bitter Sugar Drop is difficult to forget and wash out once consumed.

Can be consumed to gain the Colored Teeth trait.

A very common berry that fruits nearly year-round on Owai-6. The ru berry grows on deep, reddish purple leafy vines that are commonly seen growing on buildings, fences, and other structures. The berry is small, with a stem growing between the two protrusions at the top. The flesh of the berry is soft, with a hollow pocket at the center filled with a tangy juice. Ru berries are eaten frequently on their own as a sweet snack, as well as made into various candies. The juice is also used to flavor beverages, and even to create blue dyes.

This berry gives Xeros the Antennae trait!

The kara berry has a crisp outer shell, and firm, almost powdery insides. Eating one of these berries is like eating a piece of candy, both due to its texture and also the incredibly sweet flavor. The long stem growing from the top of the berry ends in a tufted plume, and is usually plucked out prior to eating.

This berry gives Xeros the Tufted Ears trait!

The lioa berry has a very mild, almost savory flavor. Diced or pureed, it makes a great topping on a number of dishes, but it's also a great snack on its own. The tassels hanging from the bottom of the berry contain its seeds; these can be removed and eaten separately, or sprinkled on top of meals or smoothies.

This berry gives Xeros the Tufted Tail trait!

The widd berry is a round, green berry that grows out of drooping, downwards-facing flowers. As the flowers wither, they form a shell that covers and protects most of the berry. This fruit has a gentle, floral taste, and soft flesh. The flower shell can be peeled off and powdered for use as an additive in baking.

This berry gives Xeros the Lop Ears trait!

The nio berry is a tiny, ridged berry that grows on curly vines. The fruit is colorful, and has a strong, tart flavor, though it is not as sour as the ru berry. When bitten into, the berry's pink and purple outside give way to a deeper purple, almost black inside. Care must be taken when eating or picking these berries to avoid staining clothing. Because of this, the berry is usually snipped higher up the stem, rather than risking a possible leak from plucking the berry itself. This berry's dark juice can be used to create inks, dyes, and paint.

This berry gives Xeros the Folded Ears trait!

Famed for being one of the juiciest fruits one can have in AREZ, not much beats a fresh plompen on a hot day. The exterior of the fruit appears similar to a large seed cone, with tough bark-like scales providing a protective covering. Cracking open the ripe fruit rewards several large arils that can be eaten as-is. The plompen is popular with many outdoor enthusiasts for its hydration and nutritional benefits.

This fruit gives Xeros the Bobtail trait!

The fruiting body of a hardy cactus, its robust spines and thick waxy skin protect it from pests in the Kubai Desert. It has a very specific recipient in mind for its seed pods: a type of nomadic desert bird that craves the highly acidic, vitamin C-rich fruit. The bird is unaffected by this, and all but the most sour-loving seem to be put off.

This fruit gives Xeros the Horns trait!

After pollination, the flower closes to protect the developing seed within, which increases tension on its spring as it grows. Fully dried, the outer shell can barely hold in the pressure from the seed, causing a slight disturbance to set off a chain reaction of exploding pods. Golf ball sized and spring-tailed, seeds disperse with enough force to leave a decent sided bruise on unsuspecting victims. Despite the danger in harvesting, the coil fibers make excellent tensile material for any number of crafts and the seed has found its way into many dishes, savored for its refreshing, earthy crunch!

This seed gives Xeros the Retractable Claws trait!

One of the members of the Atropa genus of fungus, its fruiting body was traditionally used in the production of dyes due to the vivid colors present, as well as the occasional recipe. Featuring a deep earthy flavor profile, some have started to utilize its unique taste to produce some trendy beverages.

This mushroom gives Xeros the Slit Pupils trait!

Like most bean plants it loves to climb, circumventing the woody structure required to reach such heights. However, unlike other plants, this is achieved with its fruiting bodies. Demonstrating remarkable dexterity and keen situational awareness, it uses these specialized beans to curl, grasp, and scale almost any surface.

This fruit gives Xeros the Prehensile Tail trait!

There's no surprise where this danger fruit got its name; despite its somewhat small size it packs a huge punch. Originally adapted to ward off pest insects, the pepper contains several powerful alkaloids that create a severe burning sensation on contact. However, where most animals shy away, adventurous Alurizans instead use the pepper's tremendous heat to flavor all sorts of foods, either with the fruit directly or by fashioning it into an array of flavorful sauces!

This fruit gives Xeros the Aposematic trait!

The pod produced by the temperate sweetsap plant has found widespread use and cultivation across Alurizan space since its discovery. These notable pods contain a milk-like white liquid, high in fats and protein, making it the sustainable go-to for everything from making ice cream to yogurts. You can even drink directly from the pod!

This fruit gives Xeros the No Countershading trait!

This low-level berry bush employs a rather unique strategy to get its seeds spread. As the blanch berry ripens it produces a structural layer designed to repel ultraviolet light; to most eyes it appears white, but to a hungry bird it’s like a beacon, drawing them to the otherwise unnoticed plant.

This fruit gives Xeros the Bright Pupils trait!

The sky melon gets its name from the peculiar cloud-like white patches that develop over its fuzzy exterior. It’s thought that the plant can rapidly adjust the surface pigment in reaction to environmental dangers such as overheating or pests. New research suggests it could even be a method of visual communication to other plants.

This fruit gives Xeros the Reverse Countershading trait!

Native to Torini, this tropical fruit has a hard outer shell that must be cracked to enjoy. The juice inside is highly pigmented, and must be handled carefully when cooking as it may stain fur and mouths! It is a popular addition to Sweetsap milk to create a frozen summer treat, and picking this fruit at peak ripeness is key; letting it fall to the ground may cause the juice inside to spill and stain the sand. It is a common sight in Torini to see patches of purple stained sand during harvest season.

This fruit gives Xeros the Dark Sclera trait!