'Tis the time of year that you either love or hate. Flowers bloom and people either love smelling them or wish for them to go away so they will stop sneezing. Of course, some might fall into both categories, loving the look of them, but hating the way the plants murder their sinuses.
No matter the view you take about these flowers, many of the facts surrounding different flowers are very interesting. Below, these ten (10) different types of flowers and plants will tell you a bit about their species, and it is up to you to figure out what they are.
Task:
What Flower am I?
1. I am related to fruits such as apples, cherries, peaches, and pears.
2. I was more valuable than gold in the 1600s in Holland.
3. I am one of the largest flowers in the world, but you don't want to get too close to me because of my smell.
4. I slowed the Vikings when they invaded Scotland, allowing Scots to escape and was rewarded by being named their national flower.
5. I got my name from an animal wearing my leaves on their feet to sneak up on prey.
6. I follow the movement of the sun throughout the day.
7. I was used in Europe for hundreds of years as a cure for everything from the bubonic plague to indigestion. Some also used me to ward off evil spirits.
8. I am known for healing and was believed to have protective qualities which lead to Achilles' mother dipping him in a bath with me.
9. I am considered sacred by ancient Egyptians and used in their burial rituals.
10. I will fold up my leaves when touched.
Send in your completed entry with a list of the plants and flowers to Soup Account by August 21st at 11:59 PM HEX with the subject "Puzzling Things".
Prizes
15,000 galleons
10,000 galleons
Winners will be randomized from all 100% correct entries.
Good luck!