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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

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Usos no Paisagismo

groundcovershaded areasfoundation plantingwildlife gardenunder tree planting

Tags de Estilo

tropicalnaturalisticcottagewildlife garden

Guia de Cultivo para o Sul da Flórida

Requisitos de Luz

Partial SunPartial ShadeFull Shade

Requisitos de Água

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.

Solo e Fertilização

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

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

Tolerância ao Sal

Low (3/10) — plant away from salt air exposure
Altura Madura
12 ft
Largura Madura
24 ft
Taxa de Crescimento
moderate
Demanda de Água
2/10
Grau Florida
Florida #1
Custo Instalado
$
Zonas USDA
9b, 10a, 10b, 11
Status FLEPPC
None
Classificação Iguana
6/10

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Perguntas Frequentes

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.

Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida

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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