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Helenium spp.
Wildflower garden, most species prefer relatively moist conditions. , Tolerance, Not salt tolerant of inundation by salty or brackish water. Low/no tolerance of salty wind or direct salt spray , Wildlife, Attract bees and butterflies. , Habitat, Flatwoods, marsh edges, moist ruderal areas. , Did You Know?, Showy flowers
  • Tropical silhouette
  • Does best in warmer areas of South Florida
  • Stout, swollen trunk
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Panicum virgatum
In the opinion of this author, this species has a weedy look.  Occurs throughout Florida but is more frequent in flatwoods pond settings and small flo , 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 , Considertions, An aggressive grower. Plant where that characteristic is appropriate. , Habitat, Riverine forests, flatwoods, beaches, fresh and brackish marshes, disturbed sites. , Did You Know?, Larval host for tawny edged skipper.
  • Majestic and graceful
  • Slender trunk, 4" in diameter
  • Highly nutritious fruit
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Nymphaea odorata
While native in Florida, this species is invasive in other areas, especially the Pacific Northwest. Aquatic species with floating leaves and flowers. , Tolerance, Not salt tolerant of inundation by salty or brackish water. Low/no tolerance of salty wind or direct salt spray , Considertions, Could overrun small ponds or water features. , Habitat, Aquatic. Marshes, swamps in openings, still water. , Did You Know?, Showy flowers Flies, bees, and beetles have been recorded.
  • Width often exceeds height
  • Prominent pale green crownshaft
  • Excellent hedge choice
  • Easy/Carefree
  • Ideal for smaller spaces
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Sabatia decandra
Not generally planted.  Likey best saved if present or otherwise enjoyed in the wild. Wildflower in moist areas. , Tolerance, Not salt tolerant of inundation by salty or brackish water. Low/no tolerance of salty wind or direct salt spray , Habitat, Wet flatwoods, bogs, cypress swamps, ruderal areas, wet prairie, margins of ponds. , Did You Know?, Showy flowers Likely pollinated by bees.
  • Formal appearance
  • Ringed trunk
  • Majestic, sprawling canopy
  • Lovely dark green, shiny leaves
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Canella winterana
It is listed as Endangered by the state of Florida. Understory tree. Use as screen or specimen plant. , Tolerance, Tolerant of inundation with brackish water Some tolerance to salty wind but not direct salt spray. , Wildlife, Fruits eaten by birds and small mammals. Hummingbirds visit the flowers. , Habitat, Rockland hammock in coastal areas. , Did You Know?, Aroma, fragrance, Showy flowers, Interesting foliage Nectar plant for Schaus' swallowtail (Heraclides aristodemius) and other butterflies.
  • Cold tolerant
  • Very full crown
  • Fragrant in the evening
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Hibiscus laevis
This is a wetland plant. It is rarely grown, but it has potential in appropriate sites. Background screen in wet garden , Tolerance, Not salt tolerant of inundation by salty or brackish water. Low/no tolerance of salty wind or direct salt spray , Wildlife, Attracts pollinators.  Bees are especially important for fertilization. , Habitat, Wet sites. Floodplains, riverbanks. , Did You Know?, Showy flowers Larval host of  Gray Hairstreak, Painted Lady Butterfly, Common Checkered Skipper and Tropical Checkered Skipper butterflies and  four
  • Colorful fall foliage
  • Lovely dark green, shiny leaves
  • Falls over easily, may require staking
  • Retains leaves until just before blooming
  • Pineapple-like showy fruits (female plants)
  • Beautiful pinwheel flowers, often multicolored