Iva frutescens
High-Tide Bush
General
A fragrant costal shrub that grows well in moist, salty soils. It can tolerate some flooding and is generally low maintenance.
Plant Description
Small vase shaped shrub that grows 3-10’. Leaves are long and lance shaped, and light dull green. Small white flowers bloom in late summer, which give way to small inconspicuous fruit.
Height (ft)
3-10
Soil moisture
High
Soil types
Will tolerate most soils, sandy and salty included
Wetland indicator
FACW+
Shade tolerance
Full Sun, Shade Intolerant
Self-Pollinating?
Yes but usually cross pollinated
Bloom color
White
Bloom period
Late Summer
Fall conspicuous
No
Anaerobic tolerance
High
Drought tolerance
Low
Salinity tolerance
High
Range
Along the eastern coast of the United States from southern Maine to Florida and along the coast of the Gulf of Mexico. Range also extends up to Nova Scotia.
Kartesz, J.T. 2024. Floristic Synthesis of North America, Version 1.0. Biota of North America Program (BONAP) [website http://bonap.org/]