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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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Usos no Paisagismo

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Tags de Estilo

tropicalfragrantwhite floweringspecialtyelegant

Guia de Cultivo para o Sul da Flórida

Requisitos de Luz

Full SunPartial SunPartial Shade

Requisitos de Água

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.

Solo e Fertilização

sandyloamwell drained

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

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

Tolerância ao Sal

Low (3/10) — plant away from salt air exposure
Altura Madura
512 ft
Largura Madura
48 ft
Taxa de Crescimento
moderate
Demanda de Água
3/10
Grau Florida
Florida #1
Custo Instalado
$$$
Zonas USDA
10a, 10b, 11
Status FLEPPC
None
Classificação Iguana
5/10

Onde Comprar no Sul da Flórida

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Perguntas Frequentes

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.

Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida

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. Limited 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.

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

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Collier County

Allowed

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

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

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Very limited Keys availability.

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

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