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Oxalis corniculata
Invasive in many parts of the world.  It is either a blessing or a pest in Florida depending on where it is. Good addition to a freedom lawn.
  • Highly salt tolerant
  • Attractive variegated foliage
  • Showy red berries
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Liatris gracilis
Not salt tolerant of inundation by salty or brackish water. Low/no tolerance of salty wind or direct salt spray
  • Prominant olive crownshaft
  • Highly salt tolerant
  • Raised diamond-shaped trunk pattern
  • Requires shade when young
  • Attractive symmetrical appearance
  • Very showy clusters of flowers
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Melochia tomentosa
USF Plant Atlas location in Hillsborough appears to have been from seed in imported soil - the one in St. Lucie County has been removed from the FLAS database (likely it was an error). The Institute for Regional Conservation reports the species to be extirpated in Florida  though it is occasionally cultivated, potentially from imported plants.  Images provided here are from a specimen cultivated by Roger Hammer. Use as a specimen plant.
  • Decorative diamond-shaped trunk pattern
  • Bright red fruits
  • Arched, recurving fronds
  • Lovely deep green, glossy leaves
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Sarracenia minor
Pitchers (leaves) are mostly green with red coloration near the upper parts. Bog gardens.
  • Massive stature when mature
  • Attractive tiered canopy
  • Attracts butterflies and bees
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Cornus asperifolia
Forms thickets. Best used as a screen or buffer plant.
  • Will not tolerate frost
  • Killed by citrus greening (HLB)
  • Moderately drought tolerant
  • Prized scent, used in commercial perfumes
  • Arched, recurving fronds
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Styrax grandifolius
Fragrant. Understory tree in moist areas.
  • Beautiful sweeping fronds with drooping leaflets
  • Beautiful silhouette
  • Stunning
  • Rare, despite being a South Florida native
  • Very rare
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Schoenoplectus californicus
Useful for lakeshore stabilization, water quality improvement, wetland creation/restoration, and as a background plant for wetland ponds.
  • Breathtaking and memorable
  • Attractive light to medium green crownshaft
  • Unique fluffy fronds
  • Lovely deep green, glossy leaves
  • Flowers profusely year round