Dragon's Spine Dracopogon Viridis
Flowering Plants
The Dragon’s Spine is a bamboo found only in Zamna's lush forests. Its robust culms mimic the ridged, scaly back of an ancient dragon, and it is covered in sharp, bony spines on one side. The Dragon’s Spine has an incredibly strong structure, making it invaluable for construction.
Home Island
Zamna
Growth Cycle
Rapid Perennial / Centenary Bloom
FLORA RATINGS
RARITY
★★★☆☆
UNCOMMONCULTIVATION
★★★☆☆
AVERAGEMARKET VALUE
★★★★☆
HIGHUnique properties
- Its wood structure is incredibly durable, far surpassing typical bamboo.
- The distinctive ridges and bony spines provide a formidable and intimidating appearance.
- The plant only flowers once every century, despite the rapid growth of the culms.
Practical Uses
Heavy construction Weaponry (spears) Defensive barriers
Lore & Culture
The Dragon’s spine bamboo is revered by Zamnans as a symbol of strength, resilience, and fierce protection. It is often planted around sacred sites or used in rituals, as it is believed to ward off evil. The plant has greatly influenced Zamna’s architectural style, and in turn, the entire island’s aesthetic.
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