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Buttonwood (Conocarpus erectus) growing in South Florida
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Buttonwood — South Florida Plant Guide

Conocarpus erectus

Family: Combretaceae · Shrub

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Itilizasyon Peyizaj

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Etikèt Estil

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Gid Kwasans pou Sid Florid

Bezwen Limyè

Full Sun

Bezwen Dlo

Low2/10

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

Highly drought tolerant once established. Water 2x per week during establishment (6-12 months in coastal conditions). After establishment, no supplemental irrigation needed in most locations. Tolerates periodic saltwater flooding at tidal edge — one of few non-mangrove plants to do so successfully.

Tè ak Fètilizasyon

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Fertilizer: Balanced slow-release tree/shrub fertilizer if deficiency observed — generally minimal need

Schedule: Generally not required once established. If deficiency observed, apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring.

Tolerans Sèl

High (10/10) — suitable for coastal locations

Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.

Wotè Matire
630 ft
Lajè Matire
515 ft
Vitès Kwasans
moderate
Bezwen Dlo
2/10
Nòt Florida
Florida
Pri Enstalasyon
$$
Zòn USDA
10a, 10b, 11
Estati FLEPPC
None
Nòt Iguàn
5/10

Kote pou Achte nan Sid Florid

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Kesyon Souvan Poze

How fast does Buttonwood grow in South Florida?

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

Is Buttonwood safe for pets?

Yes, Buttonwood is considered pet-safe. Non-toxic to dogs and cats. Safe for pet-accessible landscapes.

How much water does Buttonwood need in South Florida?

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

Can Buttonwood tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Buttonwood 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 Buttonwood available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Buttonwood is classified as: protected. Florida native — protected from HOA prohibition under Florida Statute 720.

Disponiblite pa Konte nan Sid Florid

Miami-Dade County

Protected

Florida native — protected from HOA prohibition under Florida Statute 720.3075.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Broward County

Protected

Florida native — protected. Excellent for Broward barrier island coastal buffer applications.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Palm Beach County

Protected

Florida native — protected. Less common in Palm Beach County than coastal Miami-Dade and Monroe but appropriate for barrier island locations.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

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

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Collier County

Protected

Florida native — protected. Appropriate for Collier County's Ten Thousand Islands area and coastal gulf properties.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

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

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Monroe County

Protected

Florida native — protected. Buttonwood is one of the most important native shrubs/trees in the Florida Keys ecosystem.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

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

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