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Crimson Creeper

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

This modest-sized creeper is a steady-growing plant, with the largest known specimen reaching a length of 29 feet (8.8 meters)0.

It takes 2 years for the brown stems to mature, by which point they often have a diameter of 5 inches (13 cm) and are smooth and woody.

The perforated, waxy leaves reach up to 1.2 feet (36 cm) in length. They are solid crimson or cream, with turquoise edges, and have jagged edges.

During late spring, the creeper produces a handful of giant hazel flowers.

It can survive a long time without water.
It is suitable for making paper
A particular bird species likes to nest in it.