E is for…

E is for esteia.

The first mention of esteia comes in Crowchanger, when Sylas is telling Casian about the plants he has drawn–all over the handwriting practice he has been set by Master Gwysias!

“Esteia. Another desert plant. That flower forms seed pods about so big.” He showed Casian the length of the first joint of his index finger. “The seeds look like nuts—tempting if you’re out in the desert and short of food—but they’re deadly poison. Eat one of them, or just lick your fingers after picki...