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Panama Rose (Rondeletia leucophylla) growing in South Florida
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Panama Rose — South Florida Plant Guide

Rondeletia leucophylla

Family: Rubiaceae · Shrub

Legal status pending editorial verification. Confirm with your county before installation.

Usos en Paisajismo

butterfly gardenhummingbird gardentropical flowering specimenfoundation plantingmixed tropical border

Etiquetas de Estilo

tropicalfloweringbutterflyfragrantcolorful

Guía de Cultivo para el Sur de Florida

Requisitos de Luz

Full SunPartial Sun

Requisitos de Agua

Low3/10

Once established (12–18 months), Panama Rose is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Moderate water. 2x per week dry season once established. Reasonably drought tolerant once established. Good drainage preferred.

Suelo y Fertilización

sandyloamwell drained

Fertilizer: Balanced 8-2-12 slow-release. Iron supplement in limestone soils if chlorotic.

Schedule: February, May, September balanced slow-release fertilizer.

Tolerancia a la Sal

Moderate (5/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Altura Madura
48 ft
Ancho Maduro
46 ft
Tasa de Crecimiento
moderate
Demanda de Agua
3/10
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 Panama Rose grow in South Florida?

Panama Rose has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Panama Rose safe for pets?

Yes, Panama Rose is considered pet-safe. No significant toxicity information. Consider safe based on available data.

How much water does Panama Rose need in South Florida?

Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Panama Rose is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Panama Rose tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Panama Rose has moderate salt tolerance (5/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.

Is Panama Rose available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Panama Rose is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. NOT FLEPPC.

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Moderate Broward availability.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Limited availability in Palm Beach County.

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Limited Collier availability — source from South Florida wholesalers.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Limited Keys availability.

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

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