Native Plant Communities

Native plant communities are unique collections of plants, birds, insects, wildlife, water, soils, topography and climate, all adapted to work together. They define a natural area visually and are a powerful example of real sustainability — no irrigation, fertilizers or pesticides need apply. Explore your local native plant communities and inspire your own sustainable landscape design. Read more about plant communities

This map, originally developed by University of Florida botanist John Davis in 1967 and subsequently modified by FANN, shows the historical variety of native plant communities in Florida. Read more about the map