Melochia parvifolia
White Teabush is a small evergreen shrub in the mallow family native to the Caribbean and South America. This compact species features small leaves with distinctive textured surfaces formed by sunken veins and produces clusters of attractive small white flowers that serve as nectar sources for bees and butterflies. Growing naturally in tropical regions from Cuba to Brazil, it thrives in warm climates and well-drained soils. Its charming combination of interesting foliage texture and delicate flower clusters makes it a valuable addition to pollinator gardens and tropical landscapes in zones 10-11.
Melochia parvifolia
White Teabush is a small evergreen shrub in the mallow family native to the Caribbean and South America. This compact species features small leaves with distinctive textured surfaces formed by sunken veins and produces clusters of attractive small white flowers that serve as nectar sources for bees and butterflies. Growing naturally in tropical regions from Cuba to Brazil, it thrives in warm climates and well-drained soils. Its charming combination of interesting foliage texture and delicate flower clusters makes it a valuable addition to pollinator gardens and tropical landscapes in zones 10-11.
Florida-friendly, evergreen shrub, 6’-10’
Dry to moist (well-drained) soils, adaptable, full sun to semi-shade, fast-growing
Delicate small gray leaves, flowers, and open-growth habit; workswell in many areas of the garden
Profusion of small white flowers bloom spring-fall and attract many pollinators including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
