Known Region
Not much is actually known about where these originated. Some say the far East, some say far South. What I do know is that they can grow anywhere.
Grows in moderate temperatures. Hearty plant whose roots can survive winter. Often found on property lines of those who know about this plant's defensive properties. You will often find these blooms with the thistle and flower cut off of the main plant.
Properties
There are several uses for the various components of this plant. For example: The flower make excellent tea ingredients, the thorns are used in truth serums and charms, and the leaves are used for defensive wards against evil - often thought to bring prosperity and joy to a household.
Dear future self, this is your reminder to look at if the roots absorb all of the negativity and form poisons. Dear Future Apprentice, Please remind future me.
..As An Alchemy Ingredient
As previously stated, it is used in several different magical spells, brews and, potions. Personally, I use the bloom in a headache reducing tea, the remains of which can also be used as a way to keep swelling down on faces and arms. The nettles of this particular plant can be used in truth serums and potions of the same ilk.
Gathering and Preparation Instructions
While growing them is a fantastic ward on its own, drying the leaves outside, imbuing them with moonlight then making incense and burning it works far better. If one were to gather the thistles and bloom of this plant, I highly recommend gloves. The thistles themselves with make you incapable of lying for 5 minutes if poked. Once you have them, dry them in sunlight. The bloom can be dried in direct sunlight as well as bathed in the full moon.
Drying in sunlight gives the property of quelling magical headaches. Drying and bathing in moonlight allows the leaves to be used for divination purposes.
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