Johnny Butterflyseed’s Comprehensive Plan to Restore Florida’s Ecosystems The Brazilian Peppertree (Schinus terebinthifolia) is one of the most invasive species threatening Florida’s ecosystems. Its aggressive growth displaces native plants, disrupts wildlife habitats, and alters the natural landscape. Addressing this issue requires a comprehensive and sustainable approach that not only eradicates […]
Have you ever noticed those pretty white flowers that seem to be everywhere in Florida? They’re called Butterfly Needle, or Bidens alba, but they’re also known by other names like Beggarticks, Romerillo, and sometimes mistakenly called Spanish Needle, which is Bidens bipinnata. Despite sometimes being called a w**d, this plant […]
Bidens Alba, commonly known by several names including Beggarticks, Romerillo, Spanish Needle, and endearingly referred to as “Butterfly Needle,” is a fascinating and widely recognized plant within Florida’s diverse flora. This hardy and prolific species, part of the Asteraceae family, plays a significant role in the local ecosystem, particularly for […]
It’s said that you like orange juice.Perhaps you knowthat I squeeze several oranges each day.Perhaps that’s why you hovernear my door.You’re noisy like the blue jay,and not as pretty,but I like you anyway.Red is my favorite colorin case you didn’t know,and you get double points,because your eyes are red.So you […]
Quercus geminata, commonly known as the Sand Live Oak, is a prominent feature of the unique dune-like ecosystems of the central Florida Lake Wales Ridge.
The “Neotropical Realm” encompasses a variety of ecosystems and spans across much of South and Central America, as well as parts of the Caribbean and southern North America, including parts of Florida. In terms of USDA Hardiness Zones, Florida includes three zones that fall within the Neotropical Realm. These zones […]
Prairie Blazing Star (Liatris Pycnostachya and/or L. spicata) is a stunning native plant known for its tall, spike-like inflorescences adorned with vibrant purple flowers. This beautiful plant is a magnet for butterflies, making it a perfect addition to butterfly gardens across the United States. A Unique Native The Prairie Blazing […]
Liatris Pycnostachya, commonly known as Prairie Blazing Star, and Liatris Spicata, also known as Prairie Blazing Star, as well as Dense Blazing Star and Spiked Gayfeather, are two species within the Liatris genus that exhibit remarkable similarities in their morphology. Despite their native ranges being separated by considerable geographic distances, […]