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Cat’s Claw Vine: Florida Invasive Plant added to State Noxious Weed List

by Heather KalamanAvatar photo
January 22, 2021

Native to the West Indies and Central and South America, cat’s claw vine (Dolichandra unguis-cati) was first introduced to Florida in the 1940's as a vining, showy ornamental. Thriving in a neotropical climate, it has readily spread through ... READ MORE

Category: Pests & Disease
Tags: Bignonia Capreolata, Campsis Radicans, Cat's Claw Vine, Catclaw Vine, Dolichandra, Florida Invasive Plant, Gelsemium Sempervirens, Noxious Weeds
Carolina Jasmine

Q: What are the vines with bright yellow flowers I see blooming now?

by BLOGS.IFASAvatar photo
June 14, 2017

A: The vine you are describing is most likely Carolina jasmine, Gelsemium sempervirens, and also called Yellow jessamine or Carolina jessamine. This vine is found in forest or natural areas in open woods and thickets. Carolina jasmine is native ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes
Tags: Carolina Jasmine, Carolina Jessamine, Gelsemium Sempervirens, Poisonous, Vine, Yellow Jessamine

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