Its more upland relative, Nyssa sylvatica, grows well in sandy uplands and is highly similar in appearance. Somewhat slow growing. Grows naturally in swamps and best planted in moist areas. For moist settings, it is appropriate both as a shade tree and as a fall-color specimen tree in those parts of the state that get good fall cooling.

Wildflower garden, most species prefer relatively moist conditions.

Most plants sold as P. obtusifolia are from tropical American stock; local sources are recommended both to protect the genome and to enhance your likelihood of success. It is listed as Endangered by the state of Florida. Groundcover.

This is a rare species in Florida. Retain it if present. Shade tree.

Not generally planted.  Likey best saved if present or otherwise enjoyed in the wild. Wildflower in moist areas.

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 floodplains than in areas of sandy ridges. Clump forming, suitable for planting toward the back of a moist wildflower garden.

This is a wetland plant. It is rarely grown, but it has potential in appropriate sites. Background screen in wet garden