Stranglekelp

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Stranglekelp crafts

Stranglekelp is used for crafting multiple items, like:

Alchemy

Where to Find Stranglekelp

Stranglekelp is unique among herbs in Azeroth, known for growing in water and along stunning coastlines. Acquiring this elusive herb involves a mix of aquatic adventures, battling water-dwelling creatures, or engaging in trade.

Herbalism

Herbalists with a keen eye can find Stranglekelp in the watery depths of Azeroth's oceans, rivers, and lakes, often in coastal zones. Gathering this herb requires readiness for underwater exploration, making it a thrilling task for those who dare to dive deep.

Fishing

Anglers rejoice! Stranglekelp occasionally graces your fishing line as a surprise catch. While fishing in high-level zones, don't be shocked if instead of a fish, you reel in this valuable herb. It's a reminder that patience can indeed lead to unexpected treasure.

Drop

While not commonly dropped, certain aquatic mobs in Azeroth can occasionally yield Stranglekelp as loot, particularly those found near the herb's underwater habitats. Adventurers should be prepared for potential underwater skirmishes to gather this resource.

Auction House

Given the specific challenges in gathering Stranglekelp, the Auction House is a popular place for those seeking to acquire it quickly, albeit at a price. Its rarity and demand in crafting make it a valuable commodity.

Uses of Stranglekelp

Stranglekelp is not just another herb; its unique properties make it indispensable in various crafting professions, contributing to its high demand across Azeroth.

Alchemy

In the world of alchemy, Stranglekelp is a sought-after ingredient. It's crucial for mid- to high-level alchemy potions and elixirs, often those associated with water-breathing, health regeneration, and protection from the elements. Its rarity and underwater origin contribute to the mystique and potency of the concoctions it helps create.

Auction House

For traders, Stranglekelp represents a significant opportunity for profit. Whether sold raw or utilized in alchemy or cooking recipes, its scarcity and specific gathering requirements often translate to a strong market price. Savvy traders and crafters familiar with the ebb and flow of Azeroth's economy can benefit significantly from this aquatic herb.

Where to get Stranglekelp

Where it grows

542 recorded spawns across 16 zones, densest first. These are player recordings rather than a spawn table, so the ordering is by how often it was actually found.

Found inside

Contained in 6 items.

Evergreen Herb Casing — 4.0%
Scum Covered Bag — 2.4%
Oozing Bag — 1.6%
Torwa's Pouch — 1.0%
Un'Goro Tested Sample — 0.6%
Corrupt Tested Sample — 0.5%

Where to fish Stranglekelp

17 stretches of water across 16 zones, from the game’s own fishing tables. The best of them is Stonetalon Mountains in Stonetalon Mountains at 4% a cast, which needs 55 fishing. Zones are ordered by their best water. The pools are shaded on each map — 474 spawns, and a pool is worth far more per cast than the water around it.

Stonetalon Mountains4%
Alterac Mountains3%
Stranglethorn Vale2.6%
Westfall2%
Silverpine Forest2%
The Barrens1.5%
Feralas1.4%
Tanaris1.3%
Wetlands1.2%
Loch Modan0.9%
Dustwallow Marsh0.8%
Azshara0.8%
Darkshore0.8%
Desolace0.8%
Silithus0.8%
Ashenvale0.4%

Map of Stonetalon Mountains showing where to fish Stranglekelp: 20 fishing pools — Stonetalon Mountains — fishable from 55 skillFloating Wreckage — 20 pools at 20%, shaded where they crowd

Water in Stonetalon Mountains that yields Stranglekelp
Where	Per cast	Fishing
Open water	4%	55

Map of Alterac Mountains showing where to fish Stranglekelp: 12 fishing pools — Alterac Mountains — fishable from 130 skillFloating Wreckage — 12 pools at 20%, shaded where they crowd

Water in Alterac Mountains that yields Stranglekelp
Where	Per cast	Fishing
Open water	3%	130

Map of Stranglethorn Vale showing where to fish Stranglekelp: 100 fishing pools — Stranglethorn Vale — fishable from 130 skillFloating Wreckage — 100 pools at 20%, shaded where they crowd

Water in Stranglethorn Vale that yields Stranglekelp
Where	Per cast	Fishing
Open water	2.6%	130

Map of Westfall showing where to fish Stranglekelp: 24 fishing pools — Westfall — fishable from 1 skillFloating Wreckage — 4 pools at 20%, shaded where they crowdFloating Debris — 20 pools at 20%, shaded where they crowd

Water in Westfall that yields Stranglekelp
Where	Per cast	Fishing
Open water	2%	1

Map of Silverpine Forest showing where to fish Stranglekelp: 37 fishing pools — Silverpine Forest — fishable from 1 skillFloating Wreckage — 6 pools at 20%, shaded where they crowdFloating Debris — 31 pools at 20%, shaded where they crowd

Water in Silverpine Forest that yields Stranglekelp
Where	Per cast	Fishing
Lordamere Lake	2%	1
Open water	1.8%	1

Map of The Barrens showing where to fish Stranglekelp: 41 fishing pools — The Barrens — fishable from 1 skillFloating Wreckage — 21 pools at 20%, shaded where they crowdFloating Debris — 20 pools at 20%, shaded where they crowd

Water in The Barrens that yields Stranglekelp
Where	Per cast	Fishing
Open water	1.5%	1

Map of Feralas showing where to fish Stranglekelp: 24 fishing pools — Feralas — fishable from 205 skillFloating Wreckage — 24 pools at 20%, shaded where they crowd

Water in Feralas that yields Stranglekelp
Where	Per cast	Fishing
Open water	1.4%	205

Map of Tanaris showing where to fish Stranglekelp: 32 fishing pools — Tanaris — fishable from 205 skillFloating Wreckage — 32 pools at 20%, shaded where they crowd

Water in Tanaris that yields Stranglekelp
Where	Per cast	Fishing
Open water	1.3%	205

Map of Wetlands showing where to fish Stranglekelp: 26 fishing pools — Wetlands — fishable from 55 skillFloating Wreckage — 26 pools at 20%, shaded where they crowd

Water in Wetlands that yields Stranglekelp
Where	Per cast	Fishing
Open water	1.2%	55

Map of Loch Modan showing where to fish Stranglekelp: 28 fishing pools — Loch Modan — fishable from 1 skillFloating Debris — 28 pools at 20%, shaded where they crowd

Water in Loch Modan that yields Stranglekelp
Where	Per cast	Fishing
Open water	0.9%	1

Map of Dustwallow Marsh showing where to fish Stranglekelp: 9 fishing pools — Dustwallow Marsh — fishable from 130 skillFloating Wreckage — 9 pools at 20%, shaded where they crowd

Water in Dustwallow Marsh that yields Stranglekelp
Where	Per cast	Fishing
Open water	0.8%	130

Map of Azshara showing where to fish Stranglekelp: 16 fishing pools — Azshara — fishable from 205 skillFloating Wreckage — 16 pools at 20%, shaded where they crowd

Water in Azshara that yields Stranglekelp
Where	Per cast	Fishing
Open water	0.8%	205

Map of Darkshore showing where to fish Stranglekelp: 46 fishing pools — Darkshore — fishable from 1 skillFloating Debris — 46 pools at 20%, shaded where they crowd

Water in Darkshore that yields Stranglekelp
Where	Per cast	Fishing
Open water	0.8%	1

Map of Desolace showing where to fish Stranglekelp: 21 fishing pools — Desolace — fishable from 130 skillFloating Wreckage — 21 pools at 20%, shaded where they crowd

Water in Desolace that yields Stranglekelp
Where	Per cast	Fishing
Open water	0.8%	130

Map of Silithus, where Stranglekelp is caught in open water — Silithus — fishable from 330 skillNothing to mark here — Stranglekelp comes out of this zone’s open water, which the whole coast is.

Water in Silithus that yields Stranglekelp
Where	Per cast	Fishing
The Veiled Sea	0.8%	330

Map of Ashenvale, where Stranglekelp is caught in open water — Ashenvale — fishable from 55 skillNothing to mark here — Stranglekelp comes out of this zone’s open water, which the whole coast is.

Water in Ashenvale that yields Stranglekelp
Where	Per cast	Fishing
Open water	0.4%	55