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Snowflake (Wrightia antidysenterica) growing in South Florida
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Snowflake — South Florida Plant Guide

Wrightia antidysenterica

Family: Apocynaceae · Shrub

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Itilizasyon Peyizaj

fragrant flowering specimentropical garden accentcontainerentryway focal pointspecialty tropical shrub

Etikèt Estil

tropicalfragrantwhite floweringspecialtyelegant

Gid Kwasans pou Sid Florid

Bezwen Limyè

Full SunPartial SunPartial Shade

Bezwen Dlo

Low3/10

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

Moderate water. 2-3x per week dry season. Consistent moisture for best flowering. Good drainage preferred.

Tè ak Fètilizasyon

sandyloamwell drained

Fertilizer: Balanced 8-2-12 slow-release. Iron chelate if chlorotic.

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

Tolerans Sèl

Low (3/10) — plant away from salt air exposure
Wotè Matire
512 ft
Lajè Matire
48 ft
Vitès Kwasans
moderate
Bezwen Dlo
3/10
Nòt Florida
Florida #1
Pri Enstalasyon
$$$
Zòn USDA
10a, 10b, 11
Estati FLEPPC
None
Nòt Iguàn
5/10

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Jwenn Snowflake nan pepinyè Sid Florid — verifye disponiblite ak pri nan pepinyè pre ou.

Kesyon Souvan Poze

How fast does Snowflake grow in South Florida?

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

Is Snowflake safe for pets?

Snowflake is not safe for pets. Apocynaceae milky latex sap — mildly toxic to pets if ingested. Precautionary disclosure.

How much water does Snowflake need in South Florida?

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

Can Snowflake tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Snowflake has low salt tolerance (3/10) and is not recommended near areas with significant salt air exposure.

Is Snowflake available in Miami-Dade County?

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

Disponiblite pa Konte nan Sid Florid

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. NOT FLEPPC.

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Limited Broward availability.

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Limited availability.

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Very limited Collier availability — source from Miami-Dade specialty nurseries.

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Very limited Keys availability.

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

Wè Gid Konte →

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