Wurzel Tree

=== History ===
Wurzel Trees are believed to have grown in the Archipillago Islands, Bogside and Clunath regions on the South coast of Central Sparwood for a very long, albeit unknown amount of time. However, when Draigath settlers came to these places, they were pushed almost till extinction. However, when the Great Famine occurred in Dun Draigath, the significantly decreased population lead to a resurgence, with many Wurzel Trees growing on the isle to this day.
=== Traits ===
Wurzel Trees are huge trees with dark, thick, knotted bark and wide canopies. Their roots are large and travel far above ground, and will grow over and through anything, including stone, and, in some cases, buildings. They bear many fruits, flowers and often other plants, like glow berries, which often grow on Wurzels due to their thick, dark canopy.
=== Roots, Nuts and Berries ===
The Wurzel Tree also bears much produce, primarily its roots, nuts and berries. Their traits are listed below:
==== Wurzelroot ====
Wurzelroots are similar to other root vegetables, and are most similar to potatoes, but have a thick, coconut-like husk and a richer flavor
==== Wurzelnut ====
Wurzelnuts are the fruits of the Wurzel trees, growing in the canopy of the tree. They grow in groups, which do not look unlike wasp's nests, and can range from centimeters to meters across. When their protective casing has been removed, they are not unlike cashews or pistachios, depending on how long they are left on the tree. If they are underripe, their casing shall be difficult to remove, and their texture is similar to wood. They are often eaten by birds, most often blackbirds, much to the detriment and annoyance of the surrounding farmers.
==== Wurzel-Berry ====
Wurzel-Berries are round, pink, apple-sized bulbs with a sour flavor not unlike strawberries. These berries are in fact not berries at all, but the flowers of the Wurzel Tree, which, when left to grown, will start as dense, red fruits with a rich, sweet taste, then shall grow, pinken and sour, before blooming into vibrant pink blossoms. This bloom coincides with when the Wurzelnuts should be harvested.
=== Wood ===
Wurzel Trees bear a wood similar to that of an average oak, but far stronger and darker. It can be found used throughout New Pill, mixed with the Spruce imported from Clunath when the Wurzel was near extinction. It can also be found used on its own, like in the roof of some houses, including the terraced houses beside the Avon Apartments.
Category:Traveler's Era