Name: Flax
History: Flax has been important to every civilization from the Egyptians
onwards for its paper- and cloth-making uses. Homer mentions it, as does
an Icelandic saga. In Teuton mythology flax was under the protection of the
goddess Hulda, and in the Middle Ages the flowers protected people from
sorcery. Flax seeds are highly toxic if ingested.
Uses: BREW creates a poison potion
MAKE AMULET creates a timed amulet that boosts dexterity
Short: A clump of flax
Long: A clump of flax is here, waving gently in the breeze.
Brew: frothing liquid
Amulet: flaxen amulet