Submit a Plant Discovery request

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On The Vivarium Plant Discovery is conducted through In Character events. Characters can discover plants and herbs in their posts and submit them for discovery. With each successful discovery, the Vivarium staff will update the Plant Guide in the Guidebook with the information of the plant/herb. For matters of toxicity, we adhere to the reactions a human would have to plants rather than canines, since information is more readily available on human reactions.

To discover the herb/plant, there are a few criteria the thread must meet:

• The thread must have clear posts finding and observing the plant
  
• The thread must have the character describing the plant and what it looks like, alongside their uses [if medicinal]
  
• The thread cannot just be a singular post of the character discovering the plant. It must be IC-fuelled 
  

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Once the plant has been submitted for discovery, a member of staff dedicated to research will confirm the information provided and if it is all accurate, the plant will be submitted to the Plant Guide.  Your Discovery will be marked with a reply stating, "Discovered! Added to Plant Guide" status. If there any issues with your discovery, a member of staff will post a reply with "Pending! Reaching out."

Plant Discovery: Lamb's Tongue

Plantago lanceolata

Plant Name

Lamb's Tongue

Scientific Name

Plantago lanceolata

Brief Summary

Also known as Ribwort Plantain or Buckhorn, it's a small flower characterised by groups of long stems ended with oval brown head with smaller white flowers dotting the lower section. The leaves are closer to the ground, oval with lenght-wise ribbing. Lamb's Tongue prefers a wide variety of enviroment, from dry to more humid places, and is generally hardy, though prefers more windy, open and sparse places. Young leaves can be eaten safely and leaves as whole have a medicinal use, externally for treating wounds for infections, soothing skin irritations such as insect bites and internally to help aid against respiratory infections. Likely not the strongest remedy but popular thanks to it's widespread habitat.

Discovery Thread

Here

Seasons

Spring,Summer,Autumn

Medicinal?

Yes

Edible?

Yes

Toxic?

Non-toxic

Plant Discovered!

This will be uploaded to the Plant Guidebook.

Plant Discovery: Yarrow

Achillea millefolium

Plant Name

Yarrow

Scientific Name

Achillea millefolium

Brief Summary

A member of the aster or composite family (Asteraceae), yarrow has flat-topped or dome-shaped clusters of small white flowers that bloom in the summer and fall. This plant can be found around river banks, meadows, fields, or small clusters in barren land. The herb, ingested in small amounts, can help with stomach infections, cramps, and fevers. When chewed up and applied to the skin, it can be used to treat wounds, rashes, or itchiness.

Discovery Thread

Here

Seasons

Summer,Autumn

Medicinal?

Yes

Edible?

Yes

Toxic?

Toxic

Plant Discovered!

This will be uploaded to the Plant Guidebook.

Plant Discovery: Peppermint

Mentha × piperita

Plant Name

Peppermint

Scientific Name

Mentha × piperita

Brief Summary

A strongly aromatic perennial herb of the mint family (Lamiaceae). It has dark green, fragrant leaves that grow opposite white flowers with squared stems. A strong minty scent helps the plant stand out considering it can be mistaken for other plants quite easily. This plant can be found mostly in moist, shaded areas, and along riverbanks; it is quite easy to cultivate and grow. The herb has many uses but commonly is used for headaches, stomach upset, digestive issues, and nausea when eaten. It can provide a numbing effect when applied to the skin.

Discovery Thread

Here

Seasons

Spring,Summer,Autumn

Medicinal?

Yes

Edible?

Yes

Toxic?

Non-toxic

Plant Discovered!

This will be uploaded to the Plant Guidebook.

Plant Discovery: Salmonberry

Rubus spectabilis

Plant Name

Salmonberry

Scientific Name

Rubus spectabilis

Brief Summary

As a species of bramble of the rose family (Rosaceae), they are quite similar to a raspberry in size and shape; except in contrast, its fruit color is yellow, orange, or red. As an astringent, a poultice of leaves and bark can be used for dressing burns and open sores. It also has properties that can be used for pain relief and has anti-inflammatory effects. The bramble can often be found in moist coastal forests, stream sides, bogs, and shorelines. They form large thickets in open areas and thrive in open spaces under shade.

Discovery Thread

Here

Seasons

Spring,Summer,Autumn

Medicinal?

Yes

Edible?

Yes

Toxic?

Non-toxic

Plant Discovered!

This will be uploaded to the Plant Guidebook.

Plant Discovery: Chickweed

Stellaria media

Plant Name

Chickweed

Scientific Name

Stellaria media

Brief Summary

The young shoots are edible, but this plant is more notable in homeopathy. Used to relieve rheumatic pains and psoriasis, Chickweed is also noted as a remedy for many conditions, including asthma, blood disorders, conjunctivitis, constipation, inflammation, dyspepsia, skin ailments, and obesity. It can be used as a febrifuge, decongestant, and as an antibiotic as well.

Discovery Thread

Here

Seasons

Spring,Summer,Autumn,Winter

Medicinal?

Yes

Edible?

Yes

Toxic?

Non-toxic