UF Research Highlights
University of Florida contributes exciting and innovative research to the plant community throughout the world. Keep up to date with what solutions are being provided for the Green Industry and Master Gardeners.
New Cultivar Releases
UF has the largest academic contingency of plant breeders in the US. Our scientists develop varieties that are more Florida-friendly, heat tolerant, and easier to grow. Recent releases include:
Selected New and Updated EDIS Documents
EDIS is the Electronic Data Information Source of UF/IFAS Extension.
ENH-1073/EP340 New Florida Foliage Plant Cultivar: 'Diamond Bay' Aglaonema
This 4-page illustrated fact sheet by R.J. Henny, J. Chen, T.A. Mellich and M.S. Brennan, describes the new foliage plant cultivar, its origin, description, performance and availability. Includes references.
Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, October 2007.
PP-244/PP164 Physiological Disorders of Orchids: Oedema
This 3-page illustrated fact sheet by R.A. Cating, A.J. Palmateer, C.M. Stiles, P.F. Harmon and D.A. Davison, describes this physiological disorder of orchids caused by overwatering, symptoms, diagnosis,
and management. Published by the UF Department of Plant Pathology, November 2007.
ENH 1075/EP343: Native Wildflowers Mimosa strigillosa Torr. and A. Gray
Jeffrey G. Norcini and James H. Aldrich describe two species of Mimosa that are native to Florida, use of powderpuff mimosa in the landscape, establishment, pests, and availability. Includes references.
Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, November 2007.
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