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Shooting Star Clerodendrum (Clerodendrum quadriloculare) growing in South Florida
FLEPPC FLEPPC Category IGrade Florida #1

Shooting Star Clerodendrum — South Florida Plant Guide

Clerodendrum quadriloculare

Family: Lamiaceae · Shrub

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Usos no Paisagismo

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Tags de Estilo

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Guia de Cultivo para o Sul da Flórida

Requisitos de Luz

Full SunPartial Sun

Requisitos de Água

Low3/10

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

Moderate water once established. Water 2x per week in dry season. Rainy season rainfall adequate.

Solo e Fertilização

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Fertilizer: Light balanced slow-release. Heavy feeding increases invasive suckering behavior.

Schedule: Annual in spring with balanced slow-release fertilizer. Over-fertilization increases suckering.

Tolerância ao Sal

Moderate (4/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Altura Madura
815 ft
Largura Madura
612 ft
Taxa de Crescimento
fast
Demanda de Água
3/10
Grau Florida
Florida #1
Custo Instalado
$$
Zonas USDA
10a, 10b, 11
Status FLEPPC
FLEPPC Category I
Classificação Iguana
5/10

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Perguntas Frequentes

How fast does Shooting Star Clerodendrum grow in South Florida?

Shooting Star Clerodendrum has a fast growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Shooting Star Clerodendrum safe for pets?

Shooting Star Clerodendrum is not safe for pets. Leaves and flowers may cause GI upset if ingested. Low risk in landscape settings.

How much water does Shooting Star Clerodendrum need in South Florida?

Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Shooting Star Clerodendrum is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Shooting Star Clerodendrum tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Shooting Star Clerodendrum has moderate salt tolerance (4/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.

Is Shooting Star Clerodendrum available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Shooting Star Clerodendrum is classified as: allowed. Allowed in managed landscapes.

Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed in managed landscapes. FLEPPC Category 1 invasive — must not be planted near natural areas, Everglades buffer, or conservation lands.

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

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed in managed landscapes. FLEPPC Category 1 — avoid near Broward conservation lands and natural areas.

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

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed in managed landscapes. FLEPPC Category 1 — avoid near Loxahatchee NWR and natural areas.

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

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed in managed landscapes. FLEPPC Category 1 — avoid near Big Cypress, CREW, and other natural areas.

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

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed in managed landscapes. FLEPPC Category 1 — avoid planting in Keys near natural habitat.

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

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