Usos en Paisajismo
Etiquetas de Estilo
Guía de Cultivo para el Sur de Florida
Requisitos de Luz
Requisitos de Agua
Once established (12–18 months), Gumbo Limbo is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Extremely drought tolerant — no supplemental irrigation required after 12 months of establishment in South Florida's rainfall regime. During establishment (first growing season), water 2x per week. After establishment, do NOT maintain on regular irrigation schedules — chronic overwatering in poorly drained soils causes root rot. This is a dry-adapted native. Less irrigation is always better.
Suelo y Fertilización
Fertilizer: Slow-release balanced tree fertilizer 10-10-10 or organic compost top-dress (native — low need)
Schedule: Established Gumbo Limbo trees require minimal supplemental fertilization in South Florida. If growth rate or foliage color indicates deficiency, apply balanced slow-release tree fertilizer once in spring (March-April) under full canopy drip line. Native — excess fertilization promotes excessive soft growth. Organic compost top-dressing is preferred.
Tolerancia a la Sal
Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.
- Altura Madura
- 30–60 ft
- Ancho Maduro
- 20–40 ft
- Tasa de Crecimiento
- fast
- Demanda de Agua
- 1/10
- Grado Florida
- Florida #1
- Costo Instalado
- $$
- Zonas USDA
- 10a, 10b, 11
- Estado FLEPPC
- None
- Calificación Iguana
- 5/10
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Preguntas Frecuentes
How fast does Gumbo Limbo grow in South Florida?
Gumbo Limbo has a fast growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Gumbo Limbo safe for pets?
Yes, Gumbo Limbo is considered pet-safe. No known toxicity to dogs or cats. Resinous sap may cause mild skin irritation if direct contact occurs during pruning — not a concern for pets under normal landscape conditions. Not on ASPCA toxic plant list.
How much water does Gumbo Limbo need in South Florida?
Low water needs (1/10). Once established (12–18 months), Gumbo Limbo is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Gumbo Limbo tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Gumbo Limbo has high salt tolerance (7/10) and is well-suited for coastal South Florida, including areas with salt air in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Collier, and Monroe counties.
Is Gumbo Limbo available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Gumbo Limbo is classified as: allowed. Florida native — allowed and actively encouraged.
Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida
Miami-Dade County
Florida native — allowed and actively encouraged. Listed on Miami-Dade preferred native species list.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guía del Condado →Broward County
Florida native — allowed without restrictions. Broward County native landscape ordinances actively encourage Gumbo Limbo in new commercial and residential developments.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guía del Condado →Palm Beach County
Florida native — allowed. Encouraged for coastal buffer and native landscape installations.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guía del Condado →Collier County
Florida native — allowed and preferred for coastal buffer and native landscape compliance. Collier County LDC encourages native canopy tree use in all new developments.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guía del Condado →Monroe County
Florida Keys native — widely used and encouraged throughout Monroe County. Gumbo Limbo is a characteristic Keys hammock species.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
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