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Railroad Vine (Ipomoea pes-caprae) growing in South Florida
Florida NativeFFL QualifiedGrade Florida #1

Railroad Vine — South Florida Plant Guide

Ipomoea pes-caprae

Family: Convolvulaceae · Groundcover

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

Itilizasyon Peyizaj

dune stabilizationbeach erosion controlcoastal restorationbeach buffercoastal groundcover

Etikèt Estil

florida nativecoastalnaturalisticrestoration

Gid Kwasans pou Sid Florid

Bezwen Limyè

Full Sun

Bezwen Dlo

Low1/10

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.

Tè ak Fètilizasyon

sandycoastalbeach dune

Fertilizer: None — beach dune native requiring no fertilization

Schedule: Not required — coastal beach sand native. No fertilization recommended.

Tolerans Sèl

High (10/10) — suitable for coastal locations

Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.

Wotè Matire
12 ft
Lajè Matire
1030 ft
Vitès Kwasans
very-fast
Bezwen Dlo
1/10
Nòt Florida
Florida #1
Pri Enstalasyon
$
Zòn USDA
9b, 10a, 10b, 11
Estati FLEPPC
None
Nòt Iguàn
4/10

Kote pou Achte nan Sid Florid

Jwenn Railroad Vine nan pepinyè Sid Florid — verifye disponiblite ak pri nan pepinyè pre ou.

Kesyon Souvan Poze

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.

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 dune restoration.

✓ 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. Good for Palm Beach oceanfront dune stabilization.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Collier County

Protected

Florida native — protected. Excellent for Collier County Gulf coast dune stabilization and Marco Island coastal restoration.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Monroe County

Protected

Florida native — protected. Common naturally throughout the Florida Keys.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

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

Wè Gid Konte →

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