Coral Ardisia
Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ in a Minute
Episode Archive
Episode #422 | Original Air Date: December 27, 2022
Related Resources
- Ask IFAS: Identification and Control of Coral Ardisia (Ardisia Crenata): A Potentially Poisonous Plant
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Transcript
Coral ardisia was originally brought to Florida to brighten landscapes with its attractive foliage and fruit. But now it’s classified as an invasive plant because it invades natural areas and crowds out native plants.
Ardisia is an evergreen shrub that is easily recognized for its bright-red berries that are often present year-round.
The leaves are dark green and waxy and have wavy edges. The berries and leaves may be poisonous to pets, humans, and livestock.
If you discover coral ardisia in your landscape, removing it will help prevent its spread. You can try pulling plants by hand, though multiple applications of herbicide may be necessary to eradicate them.
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