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), Dwarf Umbrella Tree is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Moderate water needs. Reasonably drought tolerant once established. Water 2x per week during establishment. After establishment, 1-2x per week in dry season. Tolerates brief flooding better than most shrubs.
Suelo y Fertilización
Fertilizer: Balanced slow-release shrub fertilizer 8-2-12 or similar
Schedule: February and August. Balanced slow-release fertilizer.
Tolerancia a la Sal
- Altura Madura
- 4–10 ft
- Ancho Maduro
- 3–8 ft
- Tasa de Crecimiento
- moderate
- Demanda de Agua
- 3/10
- Grado Florida
- Florida
- Costo Instalado
- $
- Zonas USDA
- 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
- Estado FLEPPC
- FLEPPC Category II
- Calificación Iguana
- 3/10
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Preguntas Frecuentes
How fast does Dwarf Umbrella Tree grow in South Florida?
Dwarf Umbrella Tree has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Dwarf Umbrella Tree safe for pets?
Dwarf Umbrella Tree is not safe for pets. Toxic to dogs and cats — causes vomiting and other GI symptoms if foliage or berries are ingested. ASPCA confirmed toxic. Advise all pet-owning clients before installation.
How much water does Dwarf Umbrella Tree need in South Florida?
Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Dwarf Umbrella Tree is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Dwarf Umbrella Tree tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Dwarf Umbrella Tree has moderate salt tolerance (5/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.
Is Dwarf Umbrella Tree available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Dwarf Umbrella Tree is classified as: allowed. Allowed.
Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed. FLEPPC Category II invasive — escapes into natural areas via bird-dispersed seeds.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guía del Condado →Broward County
Allowed. FLEPPC Category II — avoid planting adjacent to Broward County natural areas and preserve buffers.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guía del Condado →Palm Beach County
Allowed. FLEPPC Category II invasive status — avoid natural area adjacency.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guía del Condado →Collier County
Allowed. FLEPPC Category II — exercise caution near Collier County's extensive conservation lands and Fakahatchee Strand Preserve.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guía del Condado →Monroe County
Allowed. FLEPPC Category II — critical concern in Monroe County given proximity of all plantings to Keys' sensitive native ecosystems.
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
Ver Guía del Condado →Siempre verifique los requisitos actuales del condado antes de la instalación.
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