Scorpizonera

Most Florabeasts derive their animal forms from creatures that are commonly seen in the wilderness or rural life, such as birds, dogs, or cats. Some, though, take on much more uncommon forms. The Scorpizonera is one of these, taking the shape of that desert predator the scorpion, though amplified to many higher degrees.

Standing waist-high to a full-grown man, the Scorpizonera strikes fear into the hearts of any living thing that beholds it. It possesses two large pincers which can snap faster than the eye can see, though they lack the strength to cut through anything tougher than reeds or thin sticks. The length of its body is covered with a durable, cork-like covering, thought to be inherited from the hardiness of its plant when put away for storage. The dark purple, nearly black coloration only adds to the air of sophistication and toughness. Six more legs support its body, making it sure on nearly any kind of terrain.

At the rear, it still possesses a stinger, and while not venomous, it can cause its own host of problems.  It generates a thick black latex, which when exposed to air will harden and slow down any opponent. Some capable specimens have even been able to accumulate some on the tip of their stinger and fling globs of it at a distance. In short, this is a creature built for battle, and one that no foe will forget any time soon.