Azerothian Botany - Retchweed
Of the countless plant species native to Zandalar, retchweed is one of the most common by far. Found throughout Zuldazar and parts of southern Nazmir, this plant is well known for its use as an emetic among the local trolls. Retchweed is traditionally given to Zandalari children who have swallowed a harmful or poisonous substance in order to induce vomiting, hence the name “retchweed”. Despite its curative properties, however, the green plant can be lethal. When dried, powdered, and combined with riverbud root, it becomes a poison deadly to even the hardiest of heroes [Shadows Rising, pg. 23-24, 248 (hardcover edition)].
Retchweed poison is fast-acting and incredibly painful. Within moments of being ingested, it causes rapid desiccation of the body, followed by death [Shadows Rising, pg. 23-24, 248 (hardcover edition)].
As common as retchweed is, one might be surprised to find that its poisonous qualities are a relatively new discovery. Apari, Yazma’s daughter and Queen Talanji’s former friend, created the poison just within the last year [Shadows Rising, pg. 24 (hardcover edition)].











