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Emeraldvine

Flower type: Annual (Grows upwards by clinging to almost any surface.)

This big flower grows up to 6.6 feet (2.0 meters) tall. Its emerald stem is very thick, and the miniature, yellow-green leaves are light red on the underside and are pleated with toothed edges. A pair of leaves grow at the base of the flower head.

Two small flowers sit at the end of the stem. The flowers are 36 cm (14.2 inches) wide, with solid intense green petals decorated with beige dots and a azure central disk. The flower head is an uncoordinated mess of 16 curved petals. They are very delicate.

It has a strong scent that smells like a damp log, and it has a fair amount of pollen; it can cause severe allergic reactions. It is pollinated by insects and is enjoyed by several specific types of insect.

It is almost impossible to grow from cuttings.
It spreads easily and often blanket large areas.
It is suitable for creating tough, hard-wearing textiles