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Copper

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

This modest-sized flower grows up to 1.2 feet (36 cm) tall. Its yellow stem is thick, and the small, orange-yellow leaves are thin with smooth edges. Many leaves grow along the entire length of the stem.

Each stem splits 5 to 11 times; a single small flower grows at the end of each split. The flowers are 47 cm (18.5 inches) wide, with copper petals that gradient shift to lime on the outer edge. The central disk is cream. The flower head is made up of dozens of petals in raised layers. They are sturdy.

It has no scent, and it has lots of pollen, but it does not cause any allergic reactions. It is pollinated by a small species of bird, but is also visited by a variety of insects.

It commonly grows in large patches.
It is almost impossible to grow indoors.
It is suitable for use as a construction material