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tarflower
Scientific Name: Bejaria racemosa
Family: Ericaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Tar Flower (Bejaria racemosa)
The plant commonly known as Tar Flower has a few other interesting names, and it is native to the Southeastern United States.
Common Names
- Tar flower
- Fly catcher
- Fly weed
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Bejaria racemosa
- Family: Ericaceae (Heath Family)
- Synonym: Befaria racemosa (discarded name)
- USDA Symbol: BERA3
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to the southeastern US, specifically Florida, Georgia, and Alabama.
- Found in pine flatwoods and scrub habitats.
- Prefers USDA Zones 8a-10.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- A woody evergreen shrub.
- Produces fragrant and showy white to pinkish flowers.
- Leaves are arranged alternately.
- Twigs can be bristly and hairy.
Ecological Role
- Primarily recommended for natural landscapes and habitat restorations.
- Also used as an accent shrub.
Resources and Further Information
- USF Herbarium Specimen Database
- Florida Native Plant Society (FNPS) - Tarflower Chapter
- Dave's Garden