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Bush Allamanda (Allamanda schottii) growing in South Florida
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Bush Allamanda — South Florida Plant Guide

Allamanda schottii

Family: Apocynaceae · Shrub

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

Usos en Paisajismo

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Etiquetas de Estilo

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Guía de Cultivo para el Sur de Florida

Requisitos de Luz

Full SunPartial Sun

Requisitos de Agua

Low3/10

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

Moderate water once established. Water 2x per week during dry season; rainy season rainfall usually sufficient. More drought tolerant than cathartica once established. Avoid overwatering — root rot in wet soils.

Suelo y Fertilización

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Fertilizer: Balanced slow-release 8-2-12 granular. Micronutrients in limestone soils.

Schedule: February, May, September with slow-release granular fertilizer.

Tolerancia a la Sal

Moderate (6/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Altura Madura
36 ft
Ancho Maduro
35 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
6/10

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Preguntas Frecuentes

How fast does Bush Allamanda grow in South Florida?

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

Is Bush Allamanda safe for pets?

Bush Allamanda is not safe for pets. ALL parts of Allamanda are toxic — causes vomiting, diarrhea if ingested by pets. Low risk in landscape settings but advise pet owners.

How much water does Bush Allamanda need in South Florida?

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

Can Bush Allamanda tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Bush Allamanda has moderate salt tolerance (6/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.

Is Bush Allamanda available in Miami-Dade County?

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

Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. Common in Miami-Dade landscape programs.

✓ Apto para costa

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

Ver Guía del Condado →

Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Popular in Broward commercial and HOA landscapes.

✓ Apto para costa

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

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Southern Palm Beach County suitable.

✓ Apto para costa

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

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Used in Naples and coastal Collier landscapes.

✓ Apto para costa

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

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Moderate salt tolerance — protected coastal sites in the Keys.

✓ Apto para costa

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

Ver Guía del Condado →

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