These are generally moist site ferns though some (T. kunthii, T. ovata) grow in mesic uplands. Most are similar in appearance, and all will grow in a moist, shady garden setting. Most are adaptable and easy to grow. Groundcover recommended for natural landscapes and habitat restoration.

Wildflower garden or meadow..

Small specimen tree. Slow growing. Hedge.

This colony-forming fern is well-behaved in the landscape. Use as a groundcover in moist areas, rain gardens, or bioswales.

This forms clumps but does not form large clones, which means it will not take over a garden. Wildflower garden

Sometimes difficult to establish in new areas, but definitely worth the effort. Wildflower garden, meadow.

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

Three species occur in Florida. Please plant your local variety. Wildflower garden where it is very showy in late summer/early fall.

Its acorn is large (about an inch long) and is nearly enclosed by its cup or receptacle--hence the name "overcup." Shade tree.

Night blooming, fragrant.

Low ground-hugging ground cover in restoration areas, in ditches, and on wetland edges.