blue porterweed florida

1. Is Porterweed invasive?
2. Is Blue Porterweed poisonous?
3. Is Porterweed native to Florida?
4. Is Porterweed a perennial?
5. How do you care for a Porterweed plant?

Is Porterweed invasive?

S. cayennensis, however, is recognized as a Category II FLEPPC listed invasive species because it has escaped cultivation and is altering native habitat. It should not be used.

Is Blue Porterweed poisonous?

The small blue to purple flowers are edible, make a beautiful addition to your salads and they taste like mushrooms! The name “porterweed” comes from the dark, foamy infusion of the leaves that can then be made into a beer (porter).

Is Porterweed native to Florida?

Porterweed is an annual in North Florida, but may overwinter if protected from the cold. ... The Florida native S. jamaicensis has a low- growing, sprawling habit and stays below 1 foot tall not including its blue-flowered spikes.

Is Porterweed a perennial?

Lamiaceae. Deep velvety purple blooms are produced continuously from spring to fall on this upright to spreading perennial. ... In zone 10 it is likely to be a reliable perennial if not evergreen. Porterweed is known to reseed particularly in mild winter climates.

How do you care for a Porterweed plant?

Blue porterweed plants grow best in full sun to partial shade. When they are first planted, they need moist soil but, once established, they can handle drought quite well. They can tolerate salty conditions too. If you're planting them as groundcover, space the plants out by 2.5 to 3 feet (1 m.).