Aesgir grass

Aesgir grass was unique in being the only known plant which would not burn--even if it were to be tossed into a roaring fire.Toll the Hounds, Chapter 15, US TPB p.509
==In Toll the Hounds==
A thick layer of aesgir grass was used by the blacksmith, Barathol Mekhar, and Chaur (who assisted him) as the lining of their aprons and gloves (which were of a size to shield both hands and forearms). This fireproof grass provided excellent protection against the very high temperatures and flying sparks produced by the forge in Barathol's unauthorized (by the Guild of Blacksmiths) smithy which was located in the city of Darujhistan.Toll the Hounds, Chapter 15, US TPB p.509
==Speculations==
Although aesgir grass was clearly available to Barathol Mekhar in Darujhistan, nothing was said in "Toll the Hounds" about where the grass was grown or whether or not Barathol was familiar with the grass and its properties before he left Seven Cities and came to Genabackis. It is tempting to think that Malazan Sappers would have welcomed having access to such a resource - especially when they were handling Moranth munitions.
==Notes and references==
Category:Flora