Aquatic Plants of Florida

Woody shrub that is salt, poor soil, and drought tolerant. Grows up to 3.5 ft. Landscape value. Habitats include coastal areas in Zones 8+, such as upper dunes, bay beaches, mangrove areas, and salt marshes. Commonly identified by its saw-toothed, lance-shaped leaves. Spreads vegetatively and by seeds in Summer to Fall. Thick colonies are common. Excellent for dune restoration. Wildlife food source.

A sprawling dune vine with a white flower. Vine is salt, wind, poor soil, and drought tolerant. Grows up to 6 inches high. Landscape value in coastal areas. Habitats include coastal areas in Zones 8+, such as dunes and bay beaches. Spreads vegetatively. Excellent for dune restoration. Attractive to butterflies.

A sprawling dune vine with a white flower. Vine is salt, wind, poor soil, and drought tolerant. Grows up to 6 inches high. Landscape value in coastal areas. Habitats include coastal areas in Zones 8+, such as dunes and bay beaches. Spreads vegetatively. Excellent for dune restoration. Attractive to butterflies.

Perennial medium-sized shrub located throughout the Southeast US. Plant is known for drought tolerance and has little need for fertilizer. Partial shade to sun. Bright purple berries with seeds. Blue flower in early summer.

Salt tolerant tree that can reach 40 ft. Reduces erosion along coastal shorelines. Zones 9+. Prefers moist-wet conditions. White flowers attract honey bees. Leaves secrete salt through glands. Commonly known for upward spiked breathing roots called pheumatophores