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Coral Creeper (Barleria repens) growing in South Florida
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Coral Creeper — South Florida Plant Guide

Barleria repens

Family: Acanthaceae · Groundcover

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

Usos en Paisajismo

groundcovershaded areasfoundation plantingwildlife gardenunder tree planting

Etiquetas de Estilo

tropicalnaturalisticcottagewildlife garden

Guía de Cultivo para el Sur de Florida

Requisitos de Luz

Partial SunPartial ShadeFull Shade

Requisitos de Agua

Low2/10

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

Low to moderate water needs. Once established, tolerates dry periods. Water 1-2x per week during dry season; reduce during rainy season. Tolerates brief dry spells better than most shade groundcovers.

Suelo y Fertilización

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Fertilizer: Light balanced granular. Over-fertilization causes rank growth.

Schedule: February and September with light application of balanced slow-release.

Tolerancia a la Sal

Low (3/10) — plant away from salt air exposure
Altura Madura
12 ft
Ancho Maduro
24 ft
Tasa de Crecimiento
moderate
Demanda de Agua
2/10
Grado Florida
Florida #1
Costo Instalado
$
Zonas USDA
9b, 10a, 10b, 11
Estado FLEPPC
None
Calificación Iguana
6/10

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Preguntas Frecuentes

How fast does Coral Creeper grow in South Florida?

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

Is Coral Creeper safe for pets?

Yes, Coral Creeper is considered pet-safe. No known toxicity.

How much water does Coral Creeper need in South Florida?

Low water needs (2/10). Once established (12–18 months), Coral Creeper is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Coral Creeper tolerate salt air in South Florida?

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

Is Coral Creeper available in Miami-Dade County?

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

Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. Non-restricted.

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

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Good choice for shaded Broward landscape beds.

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

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Less commonly available in Palm Beach County nurseries.

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

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Limited availability in Collier County nurseries.

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

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Low salt tolerance limits coastal Monroe use.

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

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