Florida Landscape Native Plant Directory

Coontie (Zamia pumila)  Type:  Shrub / Groundcover Size: 2 - 3 feet Zone: 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b Habitat:  Dry soil is preferable, and can withstand a wide range of pH. It tolerates full sun to shady conditions. Description: This attractive, dark green plant works great as a shrub or groundcover. It is also cold tolerant, and is the primary larval food for the endangered Atala - a small, black and blue butterfly. Photo Credit: Larry Richardson, copyright 2002

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