Ambrosia

The tree takes 1 year to grow an produces fruit twice a year. The tree can last up to 50 years.

Description:

Ambrosia tree is a thin tree, growing up to 2.3 meters tall. It has a smooth bark of grey-ish white color and leaves of lime green, to yellow. It grows golden yellow peach-like fruits.

Uses:

The only good use for the tree is as firewood. However, the sweet fruit is not only edible, but has many benefits.

Biology:

The fruit produces various chemicals, that stimulate the body, Slightly speeding up healing from diseases and wounds. One of those chemicals forces release of dopamine, reducing stress and giving a good feeling. The other is caffeine. Two fruits have enough to act as a cup of coffee.

Growth requirements:

Ambrosia needs it to be warm and sunny to grow and requires high quality soil that is the mix of sand and clay. The plant can´t handle strong winds, cold temperature or parasitic plants, as it is quite fragile.

Locations:

Because of the plant´s fragile nature and specific needs, it rarely can be found on the Whitestone Island. Dayneans domesticated the plant and grow the trees in large orchards.

Lore:

Dayneans see the plant as a gift from their goddess Dantea and value it greatly, allowing only higher-ranking officials of the religion to consume the fruit.

The fruit is referred to as: Ambrosia. The tree is called Ambrosia tree.

Value (per fruit):
Masked of Dantea:
3 Silver plates
Servants of the blood gods:
1 rib
Currencies


Nutritional value (150 gram):
Calories: 60
Fat: 0.35 g
Sodium: 20mg
Sugar: 15g
Dietary fiber: 2g
Protein: 1.2g

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Calcium: 6.2mg
Iron: 0.5mg
Potassium: 189mg
Caffeine: 50mg