Tearblossoms

Tearblossoms are scarce due to the infrequent occurrence of Waterwood sprouts and the difficulty of reaching the top of the main tree; these flowers possess very large quantities of water essence and very often infused with life essence provided by the tree. Water placed in a Tearblossom will be purified of most natural impurities and energies and will gain a sweet nectar-like taste long after being removed from its' branch. A Tearblossom can take months if not years to wither unless faced with deliberately decaying forces. The petals of these flowers may also be used for various elixirs, potions, and herbal teas and can even be used to aid in the detection of poisons (when placed in a liquid the petals will turn red at the presence of organic toxins).

The bark of the Waterwood is soft in comparison to the hard internal core of the branch; this thick outer layer becomes saturated with the tree's essence infused waters allowing it to support various types of growth such as moss, flowers, vines, etc. The Waterwood grows and sheds its' bark regularly- allowing it to fall to The ground and fertilize nearby soil. This bark can be used in potent alchemical concoctions, though is more-often consumed as a readily-available means of nutrient-rich water.