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Copperpetal

Flower type: Annual (Stores water in the thickened base of its stem)

This modest-sized flower grows up to 1.5 feet (46 cm) tall. Its copper stem is wispy and straight, and the tiny, yellow-green leaves are oval-shaped with serrated edges. The leaves alternate on the stem from about halfway up, up to the flower head.

Dozens of medium-sized flowers grow along the length of the stem. The flowers are 6 cm (2.4 inches) wide, with petals that are indigo on the edges and caramel at the center. The flower head is made up of handfuls of petals; the lower layer of petals are flat, while the upper layers form a tight heart. They detach easily.

It has an overpowering scent that smells like apple, and it has lots of pollen; it can cause severe allergic reactions. It is pollinated by a small species of bird, but is also visited by a variety of insects.


It is suitable for creating tough, hard-wearing textiles
It grows well in the sun and full shade.

Colors:

caramel

copper

indigo

yellow-green