Ziziphus celata (Florida jujube)
Ziziphus celata (Florida jujube) stems carry tiny green leaves alongside numerous sharp brown thorny projections.
Botanical name: Ziziphus celata
Common names: Florida jujube, Florida ziziphus
Family: Rhamnaceae
Origin: Florida
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
Ziziphus celata is a small spiny shrub that is usually less than 2 meters tall. Clusters of highly fragrant tiny green flowers are borne in winter, and grape-sized, yellow-orange fruit develop in spring. It is a terrestrial flowering plant endemic to central Florida.
Ziziphus celata is listed as an endangered species in the United States.
Similar plants: Ziziphus celata (Florida jujube)
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