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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4 deep, keep moist

Native to: Southeastern US, United States

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Illicium floridanumIllicium floridanum

Florida Anise Tree, Purple Anise

In Stock: 0.035 lb (Total:0.035lb)

Illicium floridanum

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0.04 lb

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Germination:

91%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

12,314

Quantity:

0.04 lb

Collected in:

Belgium

Crop year:

2024

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1835577

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4 deep, keep moist

Native to: Southeastern US, United States

Native

Introduced

Explore the captivating allure of the Illicium floridanum, commonly known as Florida Anise Tree or Purple Anise, an enchanting evergreen shrub ideally suited for your shaded garden spaces. Native to the southeastern United States and northern Mexico, this medium to large shrub captivates with its aromatic, glossy, olive-green leaves, releasing a delightful anise-like scent when bruised. The shrub's charm continues with its nodding, dark red flowers featuring 20-30 strap-shaped petals, blooming from April to May, adding a showy display to your landscape.

This versatile plant thrives in USDA Zones 7-10, favoring part to full shade and requiring consistently moist, rich, organic soil. Ideal for rain gardens or naturalizing in shady locations, Florida Anise Tree impresses with its adaptability to wet soils and erosion-prone areas, tolerating heavy shade and moderate maintenance. Its pest-resistant foliage, combined with its exotic flower display, make it a standout choice for borders, accents, or mass plantings. Discover the natural beauty and unique fragrance of the Florida Anise Tree for a stunning garden reveal.