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Emerald Creeper

Climbing plant type: Creeper (Grows along the ground or other low surfaces.)

This short creeper is a very fast growing plant, with the largest known specimen reaching a length of 17 feet (5.2 meters)0.

It takes 2 months for the emerald stems to mature, by which point they can reach a diameter of 1 cm (0.4 inches) and remain soft and fleshy.

The thin, rough leaves reach up to 5 inches (13 cm) in length. They are generally olive, and have wavy edges.

It can flourish even in standing water.
The leaves and petals are often used to make tea.
It is suitable for making paper