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Copperleaf

Shrub type: Deciduous (Stores water in the thickened base of its stem)

This colossal shrub grows up to 13 feet (4.0 meters) tall and lives for around 28 years. It is susceptible to disease and destructive insect infestation.

It has many thick, straight stems covered in waxy, black with white speckled bark, and the wood inside is yellow.

The branches trail down across the ground that and are covered with copious amounts of small, fan-like, leaves with wavy edges. The leaves themselves are either yellow, or light red with copper patches, resilient and smooth.

In late summer it produces balls of tiny, dark brown flowers with heart-shaped shaped petals. They are sturdy and have a weak scent that smells like mango.

The sap causes itchiness of the skin
It is suitable for creating flexible, durable textiles
It is bio-luminescent.