Popcorn Plant



The Popcorn Plant, referred to in-code as the Seed Cob, is a tall, red pod attached to a black stem that is reminiscent of a stalk of corn. Popcorn Plants are initially inedible, and must be opened by hitting the pod with a. When hit with a spear, the pod splits and the two sides curl upwards, revealing a yellow stem with edible kernels that audibly 'pop' open. During this opening animation, the plant is still inedible.

Once opened, the pod's kernels can be grabbed, either by touching the plant or using the grab button (the automatic grab is slower than a manual one). Each kernel restores 1 food pip, even when playing as the. Popcorn Plants provide a limitless supply of food until the end of the cycle, making them especially helpful when the player has a low amount of food pips. On the cycle after being opened, Popcorn Plants have a withered appearance and cannot be interacted with. After several cycles, withered Popcorn Plants will regenerate and can be speared and eaten again.

Popcorn Plants are often found in groups of two or more, usually alongside permanently withered plants which cannot be eaten.

Trivia

 * Popcorn plants are the only food item that will automatically eat when within range, and the only food source besides  that can be automatically grabbed.