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Ambervine

Flower type: Biennial (Grows upwards by clinging to almost any surface.)

This short flower grows up to 1 inch (3 cm) tall. Its pink-red stem is thick, and the large, moss green leaves are dark green on the underside and are asymmetrical with serrated edges. A pair of leaves grow at the base of the flower head.

Lots of small flowers grow in bunches along the stem. The flowers are 13 cm (5.1 inches) wide, with petals that are generally amber; each flower tends to be a variation of this colour. The flower head is made up of many petals in raised layers. They fall easily.

It has a weak scent that smells like skunk spray, and it has a modest amount of pollen. It is pollinated by insects , but only one species in particular.

It is suitable for creating flexible, durable textiles
All of it is said to be part of one single, massive plant.