Lichen

Lichens were a type of composite organism often confused for plants. They could be found in various places across the Forgotten Realms, including the starwood area of the forest of Cormanthor.

Medquat
This crimson lichen was found in hollow logs in the starwood area of the forest of Cormanthor. They tasted like lemons and were highly prized in Cormyr. Scorpions were attracted to them.

Mikka
This black lichen was found in the Great Glacier, beneath rocks near Alpuk streams. They had a taste similar to mint and were often used by the local Iulutiuns to flavor their soups and stews.

Fire Lichen
This pale orange-white lichen obtained its energy from warmth. Given that fact, they typically grew in areas of great heat, and were sometimes confused with the more dangerous fire fungus. Fire lichen was often mashed into a spicy paste, or fermented into a hot liquor.

Wisp Lichen
Wisp lichen was a dangerous, white colored lichen native to the Underdark. It secreted an adhesive that could hold creatures and paralyze them. It would then slowly digest their prey, resulting in their painful and tortuous demise. The true danger of wisp lichen, however, was the fact that many dangerous Underdark predators and scavengers could be found lurking near them, hoping to get a free meal.