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Florida rosemary

Ceratiola ericoides

Florida rosemary is a lovely shrub that grows in sandy places. It has small, needle-like leaves and pretty purple flowers that attract butterflies and bees.

Habitat: Coastal areas

Appearance

The Florida rosemary is a dense, evergreen shrub with tiny, needle-like, dark green leaves that give off a spicy scent. Its branches are typically upright, creating a rounded shape. It produces very small, inconspicuous yellowish-green flowers.

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Florida rosemary
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Florida rosemary

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Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Despite its name, Florida rosemary is not related to the herb rosemary at all!

Its tiny seeds are an important food source for some scrub-dwelling animals.

Rubbing its leaves releases a fresh, piney scent, making it feel like a natural air freshener!

This tough plant loves to grow in very dry, nutrient-poor sandy soils where others struggle.

Special abilities

Ability

Fire Rescuer

Florida rosemary can grow back quickly from its deep roots after a wildfire, helping the scrub habitat recover.

Ability

Sand Stabilizer

Its wide-spreading, deep roots help to hold sandy soil in place, preventing erosion on dunes and hills.

Ability

Drought Master

Florida rosemary has tiny, waxy leaves that help it survive for a long time without much water in dry conditions.

Ability

Chemical Creator

This plant can release chemicals into the soil that stop other plants from growing too close, making space for itself.

Measurements & details

Height
50-200 cm
Spread
50-150 cm
Flower Size
0.1-0.3 cm
Bloom Season
Late winter to early spring
Edible
No
Toxicity
None
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Wind

Ecological connections

shelters

Florida Scrub-Jay

Aphelocoma coerulescens

for nesting and cover from predators

shelters

Green Anole

Anolis carolinensis

hides within its dense branches

depends on

Florida Mouse

Podomys floridanus

for critical habitat and protection

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is Florida rosemary?

50-200 cm

How wide does Florida rosemary spread?

50-150 cm

How big are the flowers on Florida rosemary?

0.1-0.3 cm

When does Florida rosemary bloom?

Late winter to early spring

Is Florida rosemary edible?

No

Is Florida rosemary toxic?

None

What is Florida rosemary's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is Florida rosemary pollinated?

Wind

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