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Illicium floridanum

 

Florida Anise Tree is a broadleaf evergreen shrub in the Schisandraceae family. This shrub or
small tree can get to six or ten feet tall and would make a great hedge or border. Preferring part shade to deep shade, it does well in a shade garden, and the leaves can even crisp in too much sun. Leaves are glossy and fragrant when crushed, smelling of anise. The large spring-blooming flowers are burgundy and can have over 20 petals each!

Key Info

Scientific Name: Illicium floridanum
Common Names: Florida Anise Tree
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Flower Color: Red, burgundy
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Additional Info

Habit: Erect, multi-stemmed, open
Height: 6' - 10'
Spread: 6' - 8'
Soil Conditions: Loam, high organic matter, acidic
Leaves: Fragrant (spicy), waxy, simple, alternate, lanceolate
Flowers (or reproductive structures: Showy burgundy flowers with more than 20 petals
Fruit: Green then brown follicles in a star-shaped whorl
USDA Hardiness Zone: 7-10
Pollination: Flies and beetles
Wildlife Connections: Attracts pollinators
Propagation: Stem cutting, seed