Angthar

Etymology
Anathar means iron grass, an apt description of the plant itself.

Physical Charateristics
It is a family of segmented, hollow grasses. They are fast growing, and extremely hard, often on par with traditional hardwood trees. The stems are mottled purple and tan, with deep violet leaves. The core of each plant is made up of thin, though fibers.

In Culture and Use
The young shoots are a source of starchy food, Mature stalks are used in a variety of ways. Most common is construction, the stalks are as hard as many hardwoods and fast growing. The hollow joints can also be used as cooking vessels. Some races have developed processes that turn the tough fibers into strong rope.