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Orange Needlevine

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

This big vine is a steady-growing plant, with the largest known specimen reaching a length of 324 feet (98.8 meters) and growing as high as 62 feet (18.9 meters).

It takes 3 years for the orange stems to mature, by which point they can have a diameter of 1.6 feet (48 cm) and are smooth and woody.

The needle-like, waxy leaves reach up to 2.1 feet (64 cm) in length. They are solid orange or caramel, with hazel lines, and have toothed edges.

During late spring, the vine produces thick bunches of average blue flowers.

It is suitable for creating flexible, durable textiles
The stems are covered in large spikes.
It is often home to a particular bird species.