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.

The range extends from Texas to North Carolina mostly in the coastal plan and adjacent areas of sandy hills.  In Florida, the range is continuous down to central Florida and then peters out, a pattern that largely corresponds to climate (temperature patterns).  This species should grow well from the central peninsula northward. Can be used as a specimen plant, hedge (can be trimmed), shelter plant, or wildlife thicket. Appreciated for its shiny dark foliage.

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

Sunny garden where a large, clumping grass is an asset. Noted for silvery-blue foliage that turns bronze in fall.

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

In mild areas, plants sometimes persist through the winter and will bloom again. They need to be cut way back or they will not be attractive. Wildflower gardens and meadows.

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