Struggling to find Stareweed in 99 Nights in the Forest? You’re not alone. This mysterious Halloween plant has players scratching their heads as they search the forest for its distinctive eye-like petals. Stareweed is essential for potion making in the Halloween update, but getting it requires specific steps that aren’t immediately obvious. Don’t worry – this complete guide will walk you through every step, from finding the Fairy to harvesting your first Stareweed and using it in powerful potions.
Key Takeaways
- Stareweed is a special Halloween plant with eye-like petals that react to flashlight beams
- You must buy seeds from the Fairy NPC using 10 flowers per seed pack
- Stareweed plants grow near watchtowers after one full day-night cycle
- Point your flashlight at the plant to open its eyes, then click to harvest petals
- Stareweed is used in potion making at the cauldron next to your crafting table
- Common issues include eyes not opening and collection problems – both have simple fixes
What is Stareweed in 99 Nights in the Forest?
Stareweed is one of the most unique plants added to 99 Nights in the Forest during the Halloween update. This special herb stands out from other forest plants because of its strange appearance – each leaf has an eye that visibly reacts when exposed to light from your flashlight. The eyes will open wide when you shine a light on them, making the plant look both fascinating and a bit creepy.
Unlike common resources you might find scattered around the map, Stareweed cannot be collected randomly. You need to grow it yourself from seeds purchased from the Fairy NPC. This makes it more valuable and sought after by players who want to experiment with the new potion making system introduced in the Halloween update.
Stareweed serves as a key ingredient for alchemists and potion-makers looking to create new and powerful concoctions. The plant’s magical properties make it perfect for brewing potions that can give you special abilities or effects during your survival adventure.
How to Find the Fairy and Get Stareweed Seeds?
The first step in your Stareweed journey is locating the Fairy NPC who sells the seeds. The Fairy can be found outside her Mushroom House, which appears either northeast or southwest of your starting campfire. She’s easy to spot with her bright yellow body, long white hair, and light purple wings. The Fairy is only available during daytime hours – at night, she goes inside her house and displays a “Closed” sign.
Before visiting the Fairy, you need to collect flowers from around the forest. You’ll need 10 flowers to purchase one pack of Stareweed seeds. Flowers are common resources that spawn throughout the map, so gathering 10 shouldn’t take too long. The Fairy also has her own garden with 9 flowers you can pick right next to her house.
When you approach the Fairy with your flowers, you can trade them for Stareweed seeds. The trading process is straightforward:
- Click on the Fairy to open her shop
- Select the Stareweed seed pack option
- Confirm the trade of 10 flowers
- Receive your seed pack in your inventory
Remember that the Fairy’s prices increase by 20 flowers for each additional seed pack you buy, so the first pack costs 10 flowers, the second costs 30, and so on. If you plan to farm multiple Stareweed plants, consider bringing extra flowers to save yourself return trips.
For more information about other game mechanics, check out our 99 Nights in the Forest Classes Tier List to understand different character abilities that might help your gathering efforts.
Where Do Stareweed Plants Grow in the Forest?
After purchasing Stareweed seeds from the Fairy, you won’t immediately see plants growing. The Fairy plants the seeds around the map, and you need to wait for them to grow. Stareweed plants typically appear near the bottom of watchtowers scattered throughout the forest. These watchtowers are the same structures where you often find flashlights in the early game.
The growing process takes time – you need to wait through one complete day-night cycle in the game for the seeds to mature into harvestable plants. This usually means waiting several hours of real-world gameplay time. You’ll know the plants are ready when you see a notification at the start of a new day announcing that your Stareweed is growing.
When searching for grown Stareweed plants, look for a purple plant with three distinctive eyes sprouting from it. The plants are usually found in clusters near watchtower bases, making them easier to spot once you know where to look. Unlike some other Halloween plants that only appear at specific times, Stareweed can be found during both day and night hours.
If you’re having trouble locating watchtowers, consider using our Working 99 Nights in the Forest Codes to get some helpful items that might make exploration easier.
How to Harvest Stareweed with Your Flashlight?
Harvesting Stareweed is different from collecting other plants in the game, which is why many players get confused. You can’t just walk up and click on the plant like you would with regular flowers. Instead, you need to use your flashlight to make the plant “wake up” before you can collect its petals.
Follow these steps to harvest Stareweed successfully:
- Equip any type of flashlight (Old Flashlight, Strong Flashlight, etc.)
- Approach the Stareweed plant until you’re within interaction range
- Point your flashlight beam directly at the plant
- Wait for the plant’s eyes to slowly open wide
- Once the eyes are fully open, click on the plant to collect the petals
- Store the harvested Stareweed petals in your sack for later use
The key is patience – it takes a second or two for the eyes to fully open after you shine the light on them. Don’t click too early, or you won’t be able to collect the petals. Make sure your flashlight has enough charge, as a weak or dying light might not trigger the eye-opening reaction.
If you’re having trouble with this process, check out our 99 Nights in the Forest Consumables List for information about different flashlight types and their effectiveness.
What Can You Make with Stareweed Potions?
Stareweed’s primary purpose in 99 Nights in the Forest is as an ingredient for potion making. The Halloween update introduced a cauldron that appears next to your crafting table, where you can mix various ingredients to create potions with different effects.
To make potions with Stareweed:
- Approach the cauldron next to your crafting table
- Check the recipe book to see required ingredients
- Add the correct ingredients, including Stareweed petals
- Wait for the potion to finish brewing
- Collect your completed potion
Stareweed is often used in combination with other Halloween ingredients like Dripleaf, Moonflower, Cave Vine, and Mandrake Plant. The game encourages experimentation, so try mixing Stareweed with different herbs to discover new potion effects. Some combinations might give you helpful buffs (treats), while others could result in negative effects (tricks).
Potion colors indicate their likely effects:
- Green potions usually give beneficial effects
- Red potions have about a 50/50 chance of being helpful or harmful
- Purple potions are typically tricks with negative effects
The exact recipes are meant to be discovered through trial and error, adding an element of mystery to the Halloween update. Keep track of successful combinations so you can recreate useful potions later.
For more Halloween event content, read our 99 Nights in the Forest Trick or Treat Event guide.
Common Stareweed Problems and Solutions?
Many players encounter issues when trying to collect Stareweed. Here are the most common problems and their solutions:
Stareweed Eyes Not Opening If the plant’s eyes won’t open when you shine your flashlight, try these fixes:
- Make sure you’re using a working flashlight with sufficient charge
- Stand closer to the plant – sometimes you need to be very close
- Try different angles – point the light directly at the eyes
- Wait a few seconds after shining the light before clicking
- Check if it’s actually Stareweed and not a similar-looking plant
Can’t Collect Petals Even When Eyes Are Open If the eyes are open but you can’t collect the petals:
- Click directly on the eyes, not the stem or leaves
- Make sure you’re close enough to interact
- Try moving slightly and repositioning yourself
- Check if your inventory is full
- Restart the game session if the problem persists
Stareweed Plants Not Growing If you’ve bought seeds but don’t see any plants growing:
- Wait at least one full day-night cycle
- Check near watchtower bases specifically
- Make sure you actually completed the trade with the Fairy
- Look for the growth notification at the start of a new day
- Consider buying more seeds if the first batch didn’t spawn
Remember that some issues might be related to bugs in the game. The developers regularly release updates to fix problems, so keep your game updated and check official patch notes for known issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why won’t my Stareweed open its eyes when I shine my flashlight?
This is the most common issue players face. Usually, the problem is either your flashlight angle or distance. Make sure you’re standing very close to the plant and pointing your flashlight directly at the eyes. Wait 2-3 seconds after shining the light – the eyes open slowly. Also, check that your flashlight has enough charge. Old Flashlights only work at 50% charge, while Strong Flashlights can work at 100%. If you’re still having trouble, try switching to a different flashlight type or repositioning yourself around the plant.
How many flowers do I need to give the Fairy for Stareweed seeds?
You need exactly 10 flowers to purchase one pack of Stareweed seeds from the Fairy. However, if you plan to buy multiple seed packs, be aware that the price increases by 20 flowers for each additional pack. So your first pack costs 10 flowers, the second costs 30 flowers, the third costs 50 flowers, and so on. It’s a good idea to collect extra flowers (around 50 total) if you want to buy several packs at once and avoid making multiple trips back to the Fairy.
Can I find Stareweed growing naturally in the forest?
No, Stareweed does not spawn naturally in the forest like other plants. The only way to get Stareweed is by purchasing seeds from the Fairy NPC and waiting for them to grow. Unlike common resources such as berries or regular flowers that you can find scattered around the map, Stareweed is part of the Halloween update’s special content and requires the specific seed-growing process. This makes it more valuable and rare compared to other gatherable items in the game.
What’s the best flashlight to use for harvesting Stareweed?
Any type of flashlight will work for harvesting Stareweed, including the Old Flashlight, Strong Flashlight, and even the Terrible Flashlight. The key factor is having enough charge in your flashlight rather than the specific type. However, Strong Flashlights are generally more reliable because they can hold a full 100% charge, while Old Flashlights max out at 50%. If you’re consistently having trouble, try using a Strong Flashlight and make sure it’s fully charged before attempting to harvest Stareweed.
How long does it take for Stareweed to grow after planting seeds?
Stareweed seeds take one full day-night cycle to grow into harvestable plants. In real-world time, this typically means waiting several hours of gameplay. You’ll know the plants are ready when you see a notification appear at the start of a new day saying something like “Your Stareweed is growing!” After this notification, you can find the fully grown plants near watchtower bases throughout the forest. The plants will remain harvestable until you collect them, so there’s no rush once they’ve grown.
Conclusion
Getting Stareweed in 99 Nights in the Forest doesn’t have to be complicated. Now you know exactly how to find the Fairy, purchase seeds, grow the plants, and harvest them using your flashlight. This unique Halloween plant opens up exciting possibilities for potion making and adds a fun, spooky element to your survival adventure.
Remember to collect plenty of flowers before visiting the Fairy, be patient during the growing process, and use your flashlight correctly when harvesting. With these tips, you’ll be brewing powerful Stareweed potions in no time.
Ready to become a master alchemist? Start gathering those flowers and begin your Stareweed farming journey today! For more advanced gameplay strategies, check out our Undead Class 99 Nights in the Forest guide to enhance your survival capabilities.
