Works well to control erosion (wind and water) on dunes. Hedge or specimen plant in coastal areas.

This plant is rare in Florida. It is much more common further north where it is absolutely spectacular in early spring. Specimen plant. It can be pruned into a hedge.

Two color morphs, green and silver. Since it often occurs along the upland margin of mangrove swamps, it is sometimes referred to as the 4th Florida mangrove. The silver morph is generally smaller and shrubbier than the green morph. Specimen plant, shade tree, hedge. Will tolerate shearing.