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Blue Bindweed

Climbing plant type: Bine (Grows upwards by winding itself around other objects and plants.)

This small bine is a fast growing plant, with the largest known specimen reaching a length of 6 feet (1.8 meters) and growing as high as 64 feet (19.5 meters). It prefers to grow on specific trees.

It takes 5 months for the lime green stems to mature, by which point they can reach a diameter of 3 cm (1.2 inches) and are rough and prickly.

The pleated, fuzzy leaves reach up to 4 inches (10 cm) in length. They are found in black and blue varieties, and have rounded edges.

It is suitable for making baskets and the like
The sap causes itchiness of the skin
It makes a distinctive sound when the wind blows through it.