{"title":"Edible","description":"\u003cp\u003ePlants that are considered edible and\/or safe for human consumption \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sea-grape","title":"Sea Grape","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSea Grape \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBotanical Name: \u003c\/b\u003eCoccoloba uvifera\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription (growth habits, light requirements \u0026amp; care):\u003c\/b\u003e A large, evergreen shrub or small tree growing 6-25 feet tall. Prefers full sun and well-drained, sandy soils. Wonderful coastal plant that tolerates salty conditions. One of the few plants in South Florida that changes color with a cold snap, giving you that “fall color” feel! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow you can help by planting this:\u003c\/b\u003e Stabilizes sandy soils and prevents erosion along coastal areas, while providing food for birds with its grapes. Attracts many pollinators to its beautiful blooms which dangle like pendant ornaments on the tree. A larval host plant for a rare butterfly to South Florida, the Amethyst Hairstreak. One of South Florida’s rarest butterflies, and only recently known to use this native.   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlower and Fruit (color, characteristics, season): \u003c\/b\u003eFlowers growing in pendants, covered in small, greenish flowers which bloom in spring and summer, followed by large clusters of round purple or green grapes in summer to fall. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePairs well with: \u003c\/b\u003eFlorida Privet, Wild Coffee, Bay Cedar, Christmasberry, Green Buttonwood, Florida Thatch Palm, and Saw Palmetto all work well to create a garden that is both visually appealing and provides food and cover for local wildlife. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Miami Native Plants Shop","offers":[{"title":"3 gallon","offer_id":44956452487324,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 gallon","offer_id":44956452520092,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/0403\/7276\/files\/Seagrape-fruit.jpg?v=1747963125"},{"product_id":"american-beautyberry","title":"American Beautyberry","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePlant Name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eAmerican Beautyberry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eCallicarpa americana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDescription (growth habits, light requirements \u0026amp; care)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e An accent flowering shrub with attractive large leaf foliage and showy, dense clusters of fruit that are a favorite of songbirds, and can also be eaten by humans. Great plant for creating layers and sound\/visual buffers. Typically a fast grower, 5-6 feet in height, but needs to be pruned back in spring to limit its size, or will grow into a large shrub (9-10) feet if left unchecked. Thrives in full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHow you help by planting this\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e This is n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eectar plant for a variety of butterflies. Birds love the attract\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eive fruits which can be pink\/purple to white in color. Can also provide cover for birds and other wildlife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFlower and Fruit (color, characteristics, season)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003ePink to white. Fruit growing in dense clusters. Can flower and produce fruit all year, peak fruit production peak summer-fall. Making this one of nature’s bird feeders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePairs well with\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eWild Coffee, Saw Palmetto, Wild Sage,  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtra Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The fruit has a long-history as an ingredient for making jelly, jello, syrup and even tea. This plant can also be used as a natural pest control. Native Americans have used the roots, bark and leaves to make natural pest control. A simple tincture can help deter mosquitos and other outdoor pests. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Miami Native Plants Shop","offers":[{"title":"1 gallon","offer_id":44950243934364,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 gallon","offer_id":44950243967132,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 gallon","offer_id":45112673206428,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/0403\/7276\/files\/02FC0F58-656E-491C-B1AA-7D52F40022E8.jpg?v=1743218581"},{"product_id":"locustberry","title":"Locustberry","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlant Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e: \u003c\/b\u003eLocustberry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e: \u003c\/b\u003eByrsonima lucida\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription (growth habits, light requirements \u0026amp; care)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e A Pine Rockland flowering shrub. Good for buffer planting. Leaves leathery, about 1 1\/2 inches long. Slow to moderate grower, 5-15 feet in height. Often as broad as tall or broader. Enjoys full sun to light shade.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow you help by planting this\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e: \u003c\/b\u003eProvide good cover for birds and wildlife, as well as fruit. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eLarval Host Plant and nectar source for Florida Duskywing butterflies and Solitary Oil-Collecting Bees.\u003c\/span\u003e The larvae of the Florida duskywing protect themselves from predators by constructing shelters of a few leaves tied together with silk. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eBirds eat the fruits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlower and Fruit (color, characteristics, season)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e: \u003c\/b\u003eShowy flowers all year peak spring-summer: white, pink to red once pollinated. Fruit orange to reddish brown, berry-like drupe ripen late spring-summer. Edible.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ePairs well with\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e: \u003c\/b\u003eLignum Vitae, Quailberry, Golden Creeper, Thatch Palms and variety of Pine Rockland plants, as well as Swamp Milkweed, Florida Fiddlewood, and Pineland Snowberry for a diverse, wildlife-friendly garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Miami Native Plants Shop","offers":[{"title":"1 gallon","offer_id":44962227552412,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 gallon","offer_id":44955546353820,"sku":"","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 gallon","offer_id":44962228306076,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/0403\/7276\/files\/503F89DC-2B6A-49B9-AA6B-C309DA5C92F7.jpg?v=1748990132"},{"product_id":"walter-s-groundcherry","title":"Walter’s Groundcherry","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWalter’s Groundcherry\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/b\u003e Physalis walteri\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription (growth habits, light requirements \u0026amp; care):\u003c\/b\u003e A perennial herb growing 1-2 feet tall. Prefers full sun and well-drained soils, with a slight preference for sandy or loamy conditions. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow you can help by planting this:\u003c\/b\u003e Provides food for wildlife, particularly birds, with its small fruit. It also supports pollinators with its flowers. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlower and Fruit (color, characteristics, season):\u003c\/b\u003e Small, bell-shaped yellow flowers bloom in summer, followed by papery, lantern-like husks containing small, round fruits that turn orange when ripe. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePairs well with: \u003c\/b\u003eSunshine Mimosa, Goldenrod, and Florida Thatch Palm for a low-maintenance garden with vibrant colors and pollinator support.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Miami Native Plants Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44869775458460,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/0403\/7276\/files\/5CB7A6AE-6FFC-48BF-80D9-91FE4DB6039B.jpg?v=1743210439"},{"product_id":"horizontal-cocoplum","title":"Horizontal Cocoplum","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHorizontal Cocoplum\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBotanical Name: \u003c\/b\u003eChrysobalanus icaco var. horizontalis\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription (growth habits, light requirements \u0026amp; care):\u003c\/b\u003e A low-spreading, evergreen shrub that reaches 3-4 feet in height. Thrives in full sun to partial shade and is tolerant of coastal, salty, and sandy soils. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow you can help by planting this:\u003c\/b\u003e Provides habitat for wildlife and berries for birds, supporting coastal and wetland ecosystems. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlower and Fruit (color, characteristics, season):\u003c\/b\u003e Small, white flowers bloom in late spring, followed by purple or red edible berries in late summer to fall. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePairs well with: \u003c\/b\u003eSea Grape, Beach Verbena, and Beach Creeper for a coastal landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Miami Native Plants Shop","offers":[{"title":"3 gallon","offer_id":44950439887004,"sku":"","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 gallon","offer_id":44950439919772,"sku":"","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/0403\/7276\/files\/Cocoplum-horizontal.jpg?v=1744071569"},{"product_id":"pond-apple","title":"Pond Apple","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePond Apple\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/b\u003e Annona glabra\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription (growth habits, light requirements \u0026amp; care): \u003c\/b\u003eA tree growing 15-30 feet tall, typically found in wetland areas. Prefers full sun, partial to full shade and moist, tolerant of frequent and regular inundation. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow you can help by planting this:\u003c\/b\u003e Provides food for wildlife, particularly birds and mammals, with its fruit. The plant also improves biodiversity in wetland habitats. Larval food source for Giant Sphinx Moth. Pollinated by beetles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlower and Fruit (color, characteristics, season): \u003c\/b\u003eLarge, fragrant yellow to white flowers bloom in summer, followed by green fruits that ripen to yellow or orange.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePairs well with:\u003c\/b\u003e Swamp Milkweed, Spider lily, Bald Cypress, and Swamp plant collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Miami Native Plants Shop","offers":[{"title":"3 gallon","offer_id":44956437184668,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/0403\/7276\/files\/F23B53EA-18AE-4BDB-8615-EB7D59AD8F19.jpg?v=1748074397"},{"product_id":"elderberry","title":"American Black Elderberry","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmerican Black Elderberry \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e    \u003c\/span\u003eSambucus nigra subsp. canadensis\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription (growth habits, light requirements \u0026amp; care):\u003c\/b\u003e A fast-growing, multi-stemmed shrub reaching up to 10-12 feet tall. Prefers moist, well-drained soils and full to partial sun. Regular pruning can maintain a tidy form. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow you can help by planting this: \u003c\/b\u003eProvides nectar for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators while its berries feed birds and mammals. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlower and Fruit (color, characteristics, season):\u003c\/b\u003e Large clusters of creamy white flowers in late spring followed by dark purple-black berries in late summer. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePairs well with:\u003c\/b\u003e Bald Cypress, Dahoon Holly, Pond Apple, Frostweed, Swamp Milkweed and other plants that like to keep their feet wet. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Miami Native Plants Shop","offers":[{"title":"3 gallon","offer_id":44950404694172,"sku":"","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/0403\/7276\/files\/American-black_elderberry_03.jpg?v=1748133278"},{"product_id":"sea-purslane","title":"Sea Purslane","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSea Purslane \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/b\u003e Sesuvium portulacastrum\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription (growth habits, light requirements \u0026amp; care):\u003c\/b\u003e A low-growing, succulent ground cover that spreads 1 foot tall in height and much broader than tall. Prefers full sun and sandy, well-drained soils, and tolerates coastal salt conditions. The succulent leaves are edible (although salty) and have been used as source of Vitamin C.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow you can help by planting this:\u003c\/b\u003e An important stabilizer of sandy soils and prevents erosion along coastal areas while providing a habitat for small wildlife and pollinators. Can tolerate occasional flooding by sea water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlower and Fruit (color, characteristics, season):\u003c\/b\u003e Green on outside, pink to pinkish-purple flowers, followed by tiny, greenish fruits. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePairs well with:\u003c\/b\u003e Beach Verbena, Sea Oats, and Florida Thatch Palm for a drought-tolerant coastal garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Miami Native Plants Shop","offers":[{"title":"1 gallon","offer_id":44956454715548,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 gallon","offer_id":44956454748316,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/0403\/7276\/files\/Sea-purslane_flower.jpg?v=1748081051"}],"url":"https:\/\/miaminativeplants.myshopify.com\/collections\/edible.oembed","provider":"Miami Native Plants Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}