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Passion Vine

Passiflora incarnata

The name 'passion' is a reference to the crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth. Parts of the flower are said to resemble instruments used during the crucifixion. Given the proper support this plant makes an excellent climbing vine hedge.

Formal appearance
Beloved in South Florida
Ringed trunk
Fruit attracts wildlife
Formal, old-world appearance

Ciliate Redtop Panicum

Coleataenia longiflora

Restoration proects and casual moist-site plantings.

Magnificent showy flowers in summer
Elegant and compact
Will not tolerate frost
Symmetrical shape
Attractive symmetrical appearance

Satinleaf

Chrysophyllum oliviforme

Specimen tree. Valued for its foliage which is shiny green on top and silky brown beneath.

Requires high humidity
Fruit attracts wildlife
Very showy clusters of flowers
Readily pruned into attractive shapes
Killed by citrus greening (HLB)
Recently classified invasive

Chapman's Oak

Quercus chapmanii

This is a small clonal oak that can be used in a thicket as a screen.

Colorful fall foliage
Stunning during brief late spring bloom
Self-shedding fronds
Prominant olive crownshaft, slightly buldging