Heartfruit
Fruits
Heartfruit
The Heartfruit is a highly coveted fruit produced by the Heartleaf Moss, known for its unique flavor. These seasonal fruits vary in size depending on water availability, from cherry-sized to as large as peaches. Their delicious taste makes them a prized, though often expensive, culinary ingredient.
Home Island: Kal
Rarity: ✦✦✦✦✧
Growth Cycle: Heartfruit is born exclusively during Bay Season, ripening quickly when the seasonal heat reaches its peak. Once mature, the seeds of the fruit drop off by late Bay Season to ensure the plant’s continued legacy.
Unique Properties: The fruit has a unique taste profile, often described to taste like “cinnamon, with a distinct fruit twist and a bit of a spicy punch.” Its size is highly variable and directly influenced by the water intake of the Heartleaf Moss, its sole producer.
Ease of Cultivation: ✦✧✧✧✧
Practical Uses: The Heartfruit is highly prized, often eaten plain or in desserts. Its sweet, cinnamon-spice-like taste makes it perfect for beverages such as punch, cider, and even wine. These, however, are all usually quite expensive, given the fickle nature of the plant.
Value: ✦✦✦✦✧
Lore and Cultural Significance: As the edible offspring of the Heartleaf Moss, the Heartfruit shares the same story of heartbreak. It is a symbol of beautiful, yet fickle love.