🌿 Small Leaf Clusia
Clusia guttifera
This dense, glossy-leaved evergreen shrub is a South Florida favorite for its salt tolerance, low maintenance, and clean, modern look.
🌿 Perennial in South Florida
🌍 Native Origin: Native to the Caribbean and tropical America
☀️ Light: Full sun to partial shade for dense growth
💧 Water: Drought-tolerant once established; water regularly while young
📏 Size: Matures to 8-10 ft tall as a hedge, taller if unpruned
🌸 Bloom Time: Rarely flowers in cultivation; grown for its foliage
🌱 Landscape Use: A top choice for hedges, privacy screens, and coastal buffers
🐾 Pet & Child Friendly: Safe for dogs, cats and children
💡 Casaplanta Tip: Plant in Coast of Maine Bar Harbor Blend soil, then feed monthly with Espoma Tree-Tone for dense, healthy growth.