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Panama Rose (Rondeletia leucophylla) growing in South Florida
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Panama Rose — South Florida Plant Guide

Rondeletia leucophylla

Family: Rubiaceae · Shrub

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

Usos no Paisagismo

butterfly gardenhummingbird gardentropical flowering specimenfoundation plantingmixed tropical border

Tags de Estilo

tropicalfloweringbutterflyfragrantcolorful

Guia de Cultivo para o Sul da Flórida

Requisitos de Luz

Full SunPartial Sun

Requisitos de Água

Low3/10

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

Moderate water. 2x per week dry season once established. Reasonably drought tolerant once established. Good drainage preferred.

Solo e Fertilização

sandyloamwell drained

Fertilizer: Balanced 8-2-12 slow-release. Iron supplement in limestone soils if chlorotic.

Schedule: February, May, September balanced slow-release fertilizer.

Tolerância ao Sal

Moderate (5/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Altura Madura
48 ft
Largura Madura
46 ft
Taxa de Crescimento
moderate
Demanda de Água
3/10
Grau Florida
Florida #1
Custo Instalado
$$
Zonas USDA
10a, 10b, 11
Status FLEPPC
None
Classificação Iguana
5/10

Onde Comprar no Sul da Flórida

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Perguntas Frequentes

How fast does Panama Rose grow in South Florida?

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

Is Panama Rose safe for pets?

Yes, Panama Rose is considered pet-safe. No significant toxicity information. Consider safe based on available data.

How much water does Panama Rose need in South Florida?

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

Can Panama Rose tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Panama Rose has moderate salt tolerance (5/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.

Is Panama Rose available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Panama Rose is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. NOT FLEPPC.

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

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Moderate Broward availability.

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

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Limited availability in Palm Beach County.

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

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Limited Collier availability — source from South Florida wholesalers.

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

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Limited Keys availability.

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

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