Florida Anise Tree
Illicium Floridanum
Overview
Illicium floridanum, or Florida Anise Tree, is an evergreen shrub reaching 6-10 ft tall and 4-8 ft wide. Native to the southeastern US, it thrives in partial to full shade, in moist, well-drained soil. With star-shaped, red to maroon flowers in spring and aromatic, leathery leaves, it provides year-round interest. Best used in woodland gardens for underplantings or naturalized settings. USDA Zones 7-9. Toxic if ingested.
Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 7–10Type Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 7–10
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 6–10 Ft.
- Mature width
- 4–8 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub
- Family
- Schisandraceae
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