Aquatic Plants of Florida

Perennial evergreen groundcover preferring sandy, well-drained soils. Glossy green leaves. Pink flowers bloom thoughout the year. Found on the ocean-side of dunes. This plant helps build dunes by catching sand in between its stems and leaves. Zones 9+.

Perennial evergreen groundcover preferring sandy, well-drained soils. Glossy green leaves. Pink flowers bloom thoughout the year. Found on the ocean-side of dunes. This plant helps build dunes by catching sand in between its stems and leaves. Zones 9+.

Short perennial used as a ground cover that reaches up to 1+ feet. Found in Zones 8+. Grows in marshes and other coastal shorelines. Often grows with Salt Grass. Salt, flood, poor soil and sun tolerance. Recruits quickly and helps stabilize soil.

Short perennial used as a ground cover that reaches up to 1+ feet. Found in Zones 8+. Grows in marshes and other coastal shorelines. Often grows with Salt Grass. Salt, flood, poor soil and sun tolerance. Recruits quickly and helps stabilize soil.

Large evergreen shrub to small tree found in Zones 8+. Grows to 20+ ft. High landscape value. Threatened status. Hardy in south Florida. Produces white flowers year round. Mutli-stem. Capable of producing edible sweet fruit. Fruit color is yellow to red. Habitats include various upland sites. Sun tolerant. Commonly known for its attractive smooth, red peeling bark. Attractive to butterflies.