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Copper Violet

Flower type: Perennial (Grows along the ground or other low surfaces.)

This modest-sized flower grows up to 6 inches (15 cm) tall. Its burgundy stem is thick and straight, and the giant, copper leaves are asymmetrical with serrated edges. 27 leaves grow at the base of the stem.

A single large flower sits at the end of the stem. The flowers are 17 cm (6.7 inches) wide, with petals that are violet at the sides and silver at the center. The flower head is an uncoordinated mess of up to 30 curved petals. They detach easily.

It has a delicate scent that smells like chocolate, and it has very little pollen. It is pollinated by the wind.

It is said to be the favourite flower of a legendary person.
It is almost impossible to grow from cuttings.
It is suitable for use as a construction material