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Crimson Creeper

Flower type: Perennial (Grows along the ground or other low surfaces.)

This short flower grows up to 5 inches (13 cm) tall. Its orange stem is thin, and the miniature, lime green leaves are perforated with serrated edges. A pair of leaves grow at the base of the stem.

Dozens of medium-sized flowers grow in a bunch at the end of the stem. The flowers are 4 cm (1.6 inches) wide, with petals that are dark grey on the edges and crimson at the center. The flower head is made up of 4 petals in raised layers. They are hardy.

It has the faintest scent that smells like fish, and it has a fair amount of pollen. It is pollinated by insects and is visited by a large variety of them.

It is suitable for creating flexible, durable textiles
All parts of the creeper are edible.
A particular bird species likes to nest in it.