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twining stem
Mnay vines support themselves by twinning. The stems will spiral as they grow upward, wrapping around supporting objects. As the young stems grow upwards they will move from side to side or in a circle seeking support. Many vines spiral in either a clockwise or counter-clockwise fashion. The Cypress Vine, Morning Glory and Moonflower spiral in counterclockwise. Japanese Wisteria twines in a clockwise fashion.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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