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Mahogany

Shrub type: Coniferous (Grows along the ground or other low surfaces.)

This small shrub grows up to 1 foot (30.5 cm) tall and lives for around 42 years. It is very susceptible to disease and insect infestation.

It has dozens of thick, straight stems covered in silky, light brown bark, and the wood inside is mahogany-coloured.

The branches are short stubs that and are covered with sparse amounts of small, asymmetrical, leaves with serrated edges. The leaves themselves are deep green and gold, flimsy and smooth.

In late summer it produces several medium-sized, cream flowers with 3 kidney-shaped shaped petals. They are very delicate and have a strong scent that smells like candle wax.

All parts of the moss are edible.
It is suitable for creating tough, hard-wearing textiles
Their seeds have hallucinogenic properties.