Iva frutescens

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Natural Range in Florida
USDA Zones

Suitable to grow in:
10A 10B 11 8A 8B 9A 9B 

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Bigleaf Marsh-elder

Asteraceae (Compositae)

Plant Specifics

Size:3-4 (10) ft
Life Span:Long-lived perennial
Flower Color:Green
Fruit Color:Green,NA
Phenology:Evergreen, semi-woody. Blooms summer-fall.
Habitats:Salt marsh, dunes.

Landscaping

Recommended Uses:Retain in the landscape for coastal protection where present. Used for dune restoration.
Light: Full Sun
Moisture Tolerance:
always floodedextremely dry
Moisture Tolerance: Aquatic ----- to ----- Usually moist, occasional inundation
Salt Water Flooding Tolerance:Tolerant of frequent or regular inundation (usually areas with tidal inundation)
Salt Spray Tolerance:High. Can tolerate significant and ongoing amounts of salty wind and salt spray without injury.
Soil/Substrate:Sand

Wildlife

Provides some cover for wildlife and maybe some foods.