Usos en Paisajismo
Etiquetas de Estilo
Guía de Cultivo para el Sur de Florida
Requisitos de Luz
Requisitos de Agua
Once established (12–18 months), Mammey Croton is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Moderate water once established. 2x per week in dry season. Excellent drainage required.
Suelo y Fertilización
Fertilizer: Balanced 8-2-12 slow-release. Micronutrient supplements in alkaline soils.
Schedule: February, May, September balanced slow-release. Iron/manganese supplements in limestone soils.
Tolerancia a la Sal
- Altura Madura
- 4–8 ft
- Ancho Maduro
- 3–6 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
- 5/10
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Preguntas Frecuentes
How fast does Mammey Croton grow in South Florida?
Mammey Croton has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Mammey Croton safe for pets?
Mammey Croton is not safe for pets. Euphorbiaceae — mildly toxic. Low landscape risk.
How much water does Mammey Croton need in South Florida?
Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Mammey Croton is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Mammey Croton tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Mammey Croton has moderate salt tolerance (4/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.
Is Mammey Croton available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Mammey Croton is classified as: allowed. Allowed.
Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed. Non-restricted.
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guía del Condado →Broward County
Allowed. Popular in Broward HOA and commercial landscapes.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guía del Condado →Palm Beach County
Allowed. Cold sensitivity limits exposed Palm Beach County sites.
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guía del Condado →Collier County
Allowed. Used in Naples area landscapes.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guía del Condado →Monroe County
Allowed. Low salt tolerance — protected sites.
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
Ver Guía del Condado →Siempre verifique los requisitos actuales del condado antes de la instalación.
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