Check Plant Status
UF | IFAS A scientific, Latin, alphabetical list of common landscaping plants. Users can type in plant name to search for a specific plant. https://assessment.ifas.ufl.edu/assessments/
Scientific names can be found at florida.plantatlas.usf.edu. Type the common name into the Search box and choose 'Common Name' from the drop-down search box. The result should show the scientific name.
Plants to Avoid
Mexican Petunia http://assessment.ifas.ufl.edu/assessments/ruellia-simplex/
FLEPPC
Florida Exotic Pest Plant Council
Invasive Species 101 - An Introduction to Invasive Species
Five invasive plants that might be lurking in your garden
- MIMOSA
- CREEPING OXEYE
- TUBEROUS SWORD FERN
- CHRISTMAS CASSIA
- JAPANESE HONEYSUCKLE
Pictures and descriptions from Florida Museum
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