Wax Myrtle, Morella cerifera Synonym: Myrica cerifera

Wax myrtle is one the most widespread plants in Florida, and it is found in coastal states west to Texas and north to New Jersey. The wax found around seeds can be melted down to make candles. The fruits of wax myrtle are important for birds and other wildlife, and the plant is a larval host for th...

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Main Authors: Debbie Miller, Mack Thetford, Chris Verlinde, Gabriel Campbell, Ashlynn Smith
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries 2018-10-01
Series:EDIS
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Online Access:https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/106960
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