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), Railroad Vine is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
No supplemental irrigation once established. Beach rainfall is entirely sufficient. Water lightly during establishment only (first 2-4 weeks). Cannot be overwatered in beach conditions — natural drainage prevents root rot. Inland installations with poor drainage: avoid.
Suelo y Fertilización
Fertilizer: None — beach dune native requiring no fertilization
Schedule: Not required — coastal beach sand native. No fertilization recommended.
Tolerancia a la Sal
Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.
- Altura Madura
- 1–2 ft
- Ancho Maduro
- 10–30 ft
- Tasa de Crecimiento
- very-fast
- Demanda de Agua
- 1/10
- Grado Florida
- Florida #1
- Costo Instalado
- $
- Zonas USDA
- 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
- Estado FLEPPC
- None
- Calificación Iguana
- 4/10
Dónde Comprar en el Sur de Florida
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Preguntas Frecuentes
How fast does Railroad Vine grow in South Florida?
Railroad Vine has a very-fast growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Railroad Vine safe for pets?
Yes, Railroad Vine is considered pet-safe. Non-toxic to dogs and cats. Safe for pet-accessible coastal landscapes.
How much water does Railroad Vine need in South Florida?
Low water needs (1/10). Once established (12–18 months), Railroad Vine is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Railroad Vine tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Railroad Vine has high salt tolerance (10/10) and is well-suited for coastal South Florida, including areas with salt air in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Collier, and Monroe counties.
Is Railroad Vine available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Railroad Vine is classified as: protected. Florida native — protected from HOA prohibition under Florida Statute 720.
Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida
Miami-Dade County
Florida native — protected from HOA prohibition under Florida Statute 720.3075.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guía del Condado →Broward County
Florida native — protected. Excellent for Broward barrier island dune restoration.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guía del Condado →Palm Beach County
Florida native — protected. Good for Palm Beach oceanfront dune stabilization.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guía del Condado →Collier County
Florida native — protected. Excellent for Collier County Gulf coast dune stabilization and Marco Island coastal restoration.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guía del Condado →Monroe County
Florida native — protected. Common naturally throughout the Florida Keys.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
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