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Torreya taxifolia
In the wild, Torreya is dying out due to disease. If choosing to plant this species, obtain disease-free (out-of-state) specimens and plant well-remov
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Tolerance, Not salt tolerant of inundation by salty or brackish water.
Low/no tolerance of salty wind or direct salt spray
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Considertions, Disease. Do not plant in areas where the species grows naturally due to disease -- this means avoiding the bluffs along the Apalachicola River.
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Wildlife, Birds eat seeds.
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Habitat, Slope forest, upland hardwood forest. Rich wooded ravines.
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Did You Know?, Interesting foliage
- Prolific fruiter
- Majestic, sprawling canopy
- Excellent small hedge
- Breathtaking
- Easy/Carefree native
Nekemias arborea
For special uses only. This tall growing vine can hide unsightly objects in moist places and is useful to providing cover for wildlife and food for b
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Tolerance, Not salt tolerant of inundation by salty or brackish water.
Low/no tolerance of salty wind or direct salt spray
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Considertions, Can get weedy.
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Wildlife, Fruit is eaten by songbirds and small mammals. White-tailed deer browse the leaves and twigs.
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Habitat, Moist sites. Hammocks, hummocks in wetlands, hummocks in riverine swamps.
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Did You Know?, Showy fruits, Interesting foliage
Attracts hymenoptera (native bees and flies).
- Does poorly in very wet soil
- Beautiful purple-brown crownshaft
- Unique, sweet, almond-like flavor
- Fragrant in the evening
- Showy red berries
- Breathtaking and memorable
