Beach Gardenia (Guettarda Speciosa) is a perennial tree in the Rubiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Guettarda speciosa is a small evergreen tree or shrub with fragrant white tubular flowers, large green prominently-veined leaves, and is typically found in coastal sandy habitats.