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Pine Lily

Lilium catesbaei

In the natural environment, this species benefits from periodic fire. Very difficult to see except when in bloom. Retain if present. Could be grown as a small specimen plant in a wildflower garden.

Showy reddish peeling bark
Handsome
Cold tolerant
Can be grown indoors
Pyramidal crown
Imposing stature

Shrubby Sea Ox-eye Daisy

Borrichia arborescens

Most reproduction is vegetative (Lonard et al. 2015). Plant in coastal wetlands on upslope side of mangrove swamps.

Unusually shaped, asymmetrical tree
Excellent edible fruit
Beautiful shiny green leaves
Wonderfully fragrant, carries a great distance
Attractive flowers, typically deep orange

Creeping Leafstalk Grass

Pharus lappulaceus

Listed as Endangered in Florida. Also found in Central and South America and parts of the Caribbean. This species has only recently begun to be cultivated in Florida. Expect this information to be upgraded as more is learned. Right now the only native nursery that we know of that is growing this species is Green Isles Gardens near Clermont, FL.

Stately and uncommon
Thick branching into attractive silouttes
Massive stature

Little Floating Hearts

Nymphoides cordata

Water gardens and plantings of surface water management ponds.

Very showy clusters of red flowers
Attracts butterflies and bees
Unique fluffy fronds
Not recommended
Compact size
Excellent small to medium hedge