Illicium floridanum aka Florida Anisetree

Taxonomy

Common names

Florida Anisetree, Purple Anise, Florida Anise Tree

How to care for Florida Anisetree

Difficulty

Florida Anisetree is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal attention, making it an excellent choice for beginners.

Water

Florida Anisetree should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Florida Anisetree loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Florida Anisetree prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Toxicity

Florida Anisetree is poisonous if ingested. We suggest keeping this plant out of reach if you have children, cats, or dogs in the home.

Fertilizer

The growth of Florida Anisetree is gradual and it doesn't necessitate any additional fertilizers. Replacing the soil in its pot once a year should suffice to provide the plant with sufficient nutrition. It's important to keep in mind that plants derive their energy from the sun's rays, not fertilizers.

Growth-pattern

New growth will sprout from the top of the plant as it grows upwards.

Region of origin

Florida Anisetree’s native range is South-eastern N. America - Florida to Louisiana.


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