Author - firstcoast

Coral Ardisia: A Beautiful Beast

firstcoast2024-12-16T17:27:10+00:00

AboutIdentificationRemovalAbout Ardisia crenata A popular ornamental for its glossy dark green leaves and red berries, coral ardisia came to Florida in 1896. In the 1960s it had escaped into natural areas and by 1980 it had become a problem. By 1994...

Brazilian Pepper: Irritating Invaders!

firstcoast2024-09-09T17:34:40+00:00

Brazilian PepperIdentificationRemovalBrazilian Pepper Schinus terebinthifolius This  irritable invasive was first introduced during the 19th century and has invaded many habitats in Central and South Florida. This small shrub-like tree, typically 15 to 30 feet in height, is the most widespread of...

Plant Feature – Giant Salvinia

firstcoast2024-05-03T19:55:42+00:00