by csfteam | Jan 29, 2024 | Hammock, Insects, Native, Upland, Wetland
Cryptothecia rubrocincta Lichen are organisms that rely on each other for survival. Lichen consists of a fungus and algae that cannot live without each other. The algae provide the food and the fungus provide water and structure. It is a symbiotic relationship. Lichen...
by csfteam | Jan 29, 2024 | Insects, Native, Wetland
Taxodium distichum The Bald Cypress is a wetland tree that is characterized by its needlelike leaves and cypress knees that are a part of the root system that can be seen above ground. Bald Cypress can live at least 600 years and some up to 1000 years. These trees...
by csfteam | Jan 29, 2024 | Insects, Native, Wetland
Lobelia cardinalis Cardinal flower is aptly named for is bright red cardinal color. The red flower attracts hummingbirds looking for nectar. Hummingbirds and Swallowtail Butterflies are attracted to this plant.
by csfteam | Jan 29, 2024 | Hammock, Insects, Native, Reptile, Upland
Zamia integrifolia This plant is a longtime native shrub of Florida and was carefully processed and used by the Calusas, Timucuas, and Seminoles as a source of flour. This plant and orange seed is toxic. The plant is characterized by its large waxy fern-like leaves....
by csfteam | Jan 29, 2024 | Insects, Native, Wetland
Sagittaria lancifolia This aquatic plant has a small white flower containing three petals and bright yellow seeds in the middle that ducks enjoy eating. It is a food source for waterfowl, wading birds, and songbirds. Pollinators are also attracted to this...
