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Status in Florida: Native

Native Habitat: Moist woodlands, savannas, meadows, floodplains. Often found in areas that experience seasonal flooding.

Native State, Country: Southeastern United States

Growing Zones: 7 - 10

Size at Maturity: 6 - 12 inches tall

Phenology: Herbaceous perennial, bulbous

Life Cycle: Perennial

Growth Rate: Moderate

Growth Habit: Clumping, grass-like foliage

Bloom Season: Spring (March - May), often after periods of heavy rain

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to part shade

Soil Texture: Adaptable, but prefers moist, well-drained soils. Can tolerate some clay.

Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral

Moisture Requirements: Average to moist. Tolerates periods of flooding, but not prolonged drought.

Tolerance to Salt Spray: Low/None

Keystone Plant: No, but supports pollinators.

Recommended Landscape Uses: Wildflower gardens, woodland gardens, meadows, borders, rain gardens, naturalized areas, pollinator gardens.

Maintenance Tips: Little maintenance required. May need to divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.

Considerations: Attractive to a variety of pollinators, including bees and butterflies. The flowers are delicate and ephemeral, lasting only a few days.

Hurricane Wind Resistant: Yes (due to its low growth habit and bulbous nature)

Erosion Control: Yes, can help stabilize soil in moist areas.

Nitrogen Fixing: No

Edible: No (all parts of the plant are toxic if ingested)

Pet Safe: No (toxic to pets)

Deer and Rabbit Resistance: High (due to toxicity)

Historical Medicinal Uses: Some traditional medicinal uses by Native Americans, but use with extreme caution due to toxicity.

Florida Native Companion Plant: Coreopsis leavenworthii ( Leavenworth's Tickseed), Rudbeckia hirta (Black-eyed Susan)

Wildlife Benefit: Provides nectar for pollinators.

Caterpillar Host Plant: No

Propagation: Bulbs, seed

Length of time Seed is Viable: 1-2 years

Best month to Start Seeds: Spring or fall

Seed treatments: No special treatment needed

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