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Claspvine Oak

Tree type: Deciduous (Grows upwards by clinging to almost any surface.)

This short tree grows up to 3 meters (9.8 feet) tall and lives for decades, with the oldest known specimen being around 130 years old. It is somewhat resistant to disease and destructive insect infestation.

It has a flexible, wonky trunk covered in thick, ridged, black bark, and inside, the hard wood is copper-coloured.

The small handful of branches are short, thin and wispy and are covered with large amounts of covered in fine hairs, giant, circular leaves with ripped edges. The leaves themselves are found in slate and purple varieties.

In early spring, it produces thick bunches of giant, yellow blossoms with slender, pointed petals with a bell-shaped floral cup. They are hardy and have a scent whose strength depends on external factors, such as soil quality and rain frequency that smells like a woman.

In late summer it forms small, slate berries.

The roots are shallow and widely spread, and overall the tree is sturdy and rigid.

Forests of this species feature well-spaced trees, with grassy ground between them.

All of it is said to be part of one single, massive plant.
Before maturity, it can grow 0 per day.
It is suitable for making baskets and the like