What does the cryptic crossword clue "Land covered in Virginia creepers (4)" mean?

The definition is "Land". The wordplay uses a hidden word. Hidden in "land covered in virginiA CREepers" The answer is ACRE.

Land covered in Virginia creepers (4)

Times Cryptic #28385 | 8 Across | 2022-09-02 flower

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