Tag: Marble

Be aware of these common toxic plants, experts say

by Tory Moore
May 15, 2026

Weeds and invasive plants can be a nuisance to a home or business landscape, and some of them are also toxic to people or animals. A new UF/IFAS publication details some of the most common poisonous plants found in Florida residential landscapes. Ingestion ... READ MORE

Category: Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Awareness, Gardening, Landscape, Marble, Mid-Florida Research And Education Center, Poisonous Plants, Scouting, Toxic, Toxic Plants, UF/IFAS Mid-Florida Research And Education Center, Weed Science

Plant Pest Species Spotlight: Pyrrhopappus carolinianus

by Caroline Warwick
October 7, 2025

Pyrrhopappus carolinanus, or false dandelion, is commonly seen throughout the southeast on roadsides, in pastureland and natural areas. Be sure to wear gloves when removing this plant pest as false dandelion stems emit a milky liquid when ... READ MORE

Category: Horticulture
Tags: Chris Marble, Florida Weeds, Marble, Pyrrhopappus Carolinianus, Weed Identification, Weed Science

Plant Pest Species Spotlight: Euphorbia maculata

by Caroline Warwick
October 1, 2025

Euphorbia maculata, or spotted sandmat, is a native landscape weed of the Southeastern United States. This plant pest is toxic to livestock and is a major agricultural plant pest. Be sure to remove this plant from the landscape, commercial ... READ MORE

Category: Horticulture
Tags: Chris Marble, Euphorbia Maculata, Marble, Weed, Weed Identification, Weed Science, Weeds

Plant Pest Species Spotlight: Lantana Strigocamara

by Caroline Warwick
October 1, 2025

Lantana strigocamara is a non-native landscape weed commonly found in natural wooded areas and undisturbed pastureland. This plant is problematic year-round in the sunshine state, thriving in wet or dry soil. Lantana is considered noxious ... READ MORE

Category: Horticulture
Tags: Chris Marble, Lantana, Marble, Noxious, Weed Science, Weeds

Plant Pest Species Spotlight: Bidens alba

by Caroline Warwick
October 1, 2025

Bidens alba, or Spanish needle, is a native Florida landscape weed. A pollinator favorite, this native species serves a vital role in providing pollen and nectar for Florida wildlife, and is fine in natural areas. More information on Spanish ... READ MORE

Category: Horticulture
Tags: Bidens Alba, Chris Marble, Marble, Spanish Needle, Weed Identification, Weed Science, Weeds

Plant Pest Species Spotlight: Portulaca pilosa

by Caroline Warwick
October 1, 2025

Portulaca pilosa, or pink purslane, is a wildflower native to Florida. This species is a member of the succulent family and forms thick mats covering the ground. This plant is toxic to pets and horses, so be sure to remove it if you find ... READ MORE

Category: Horticulture, Pests & Disease
Tags: Chris Marble, Landscape Weed, Marble, Pink Purslane, Pink Weed, Portulaca Pilosa, Weed Identification, Weed Science

Be aware of these common toxic plants, experts say

by Tory Moore
October 1, 2025

MREC Graduate Student Yuvraj Khamare Places at Student Research Competition

by Caroline Warwick and Yuvraj

February 14, 2025

Mid-Florida Research and Education Center (MREC) environmental horticulture doctoral student Yuvraj Khamare placed third in the Charlie Parkerson Student Paper competition sponsored by the International Plant Propagators Society. As part ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Horticulture, Turf, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: Award, Horticulture, IPPS, Khamare, Marble, Scholarship, Student Competition, Student Scholarship, Weed Science

OrangeTV Visits MREC’s Landscape and Ornamental Production Weed Management Laboratory

by Caroline Warwick and Liz Felter

February 14, 2025

OrangeTV, the official channel of Orange County, Florida's government, recently visited the Mid-Florida Research and Education Center to discuss our research and UF/IFAS Extension. Dr. Chris Marble is an assistant professor in the department ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Chris Marble, Felter, Horticulture, Liz Felter, Marble, Weed Management, Weed Science, Weeds

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