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Galactia striata
Host plant for Zestos Skipper butterfly which is believed to be extirpated (extinct) in FLorida. Also used by Cassius blue, longtailed skipper, and Za
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Tolerance, Tolerant of occasional/brief inundation such as can occur in storm surges.
Some tolerance to salty wind but not direct salt spray.
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Considertions, Scrambling vine likely best suited to informal settings. Individual stems may be up to 10 ft long.
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Habitat, Hammocks
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Did You Know?, Larval host plant for cassius blue (Leptotes cassius), long-tailed skipper (Urbanus proteus), zestos skipper (Epargyreus zestos) and zarucco duskywing
- Narrow canopy
- Elegant
- Unique fluffy fronds
- Wide umbrella-shaped canopy
- Striking symmetrical appearance
Euphorbia cyathophora
There are colorful bracts surrounding the flower head.
This plant is found across the southern US and its range extends northward into the central pla
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Tolerance, Not salt tolerant of inundation by salty or brackish water.
Moderate. Tolerant of salty wind and may get some salt spray. Exposure to salt spray wo
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Considertions, Euphorbia cyathophora can be quite aggressive at times invading potted plants. Sap is a skin irritant and toxic.
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Habitat, Hammocks, pinelands, disturbed areas.
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Did You Know?, Showy flowers, Interesting foliage
Bees, butterflies and moths are attracted to the nectar and/or pollen.
- Ideal with Mediterranean architecture
- Delicious edible fruit
- Slender profile
Coccoloba diversifolia
Shade tree. Narrow crown is said to make it a good choice for avenues, narrow entryways, and areas between houses.
Can be used as a large container
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Tolerance, Not salt tolerant of inundation by salty or brackish water.
Some tolerance to salty wind but not direct salt spray.
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Wildlife, Fruits are used by birds and other wildlife.
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Habitat, Coastal uplands
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Did You Know?, Interesting bark, Showy fruits, Interesting foliage, Hurricane wind resistance
Nectar plant for large orange sulphur (Phoebis agarithe), Schaus' swal
- Elegant and compact
- Cornerstone plant in South Florida
- Deciduous
- Beautiful purple-brown crownshaft
- Unique, sweet, almond-like flavor
Coreopsis tripteris
Plant at the back of an informal wildflower or butterfly garden--it gets tall.
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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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Habitat, Moist upland hardwood forests, mixed hardwood-pine forests. Secondary woods.
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Did You Know?, Showy flowers
Attracts many insects including bees and butterflies.
- Compact size
- Classic Southern tree
- Wonderfully fragrant at night
- Fruit eaten by birds
- Very showy bright yellow flowers
- Massive stature
