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Bronze Ripvine

Climbing plant type: Vine (Grows upwards by clinging to almost any surface.)

This modest-sized vine is a steady-growing plant, with the largest known specimen reaching a length of 48 feet (14.6 meters) and growing as high as 217 feet (66.1 meters).

It takes 2 years for the yellow-green stems to mature, by which point they each have a diameter of 4 inches (10 cm) and are tough and woody.

The sickle shaped, soft leaves reach up to 11 inches (28 cm) in length. They are beige on the sides and bronze at the center, and have ripped edges.

It is almost impossible to grow indoors.
It is suitable for creating tough, hard-wearing textiles
The sap causes severe allergic reactions.