Florida Anise (Illicium Floridanum) is a perennial shrub in the Schisandraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.

An attractive, medium to large, evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States known for its aromatic foliage and star-shaped flowers.

Florida Anise

Florida Anise

Illicium Floridanum

An attractive, medium to large, evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States known for its aromatic foliage and star-shaped flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty, silty
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:shade tolerant shrub, ornamental foliage, flowering shrub, deer resistant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Florida Anise

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Expert Care Tips

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Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Schisandraceae
Genus:Illicium