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Azure Creeper

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

This average-sized creeper is a steady-growing plant, with the largest known specimen reaching a length of 49 feet (14.9 meters) and growing as high as 57 feet (17.4 meters).

It takes 3 years for the moss green stems to mature, by which point they have tangled themselves into thick mats with a diameter of 5 inches (13 cm) and are rough and prickly.

The finger-like, sticky leaves reach up to 8 inches (20 cm) in length. They are azure and caramel, and have toothed edges.

During late spring, the creeper produces bunches of average sky blue flowers.

It is suitable for creating flexible, durable textiles
The leaves are high in natural sugars.
It grows well in the sun and full shade.