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Biscayne National ParkThe fabulous Ranger Anna leads a hike on Elliott Key.
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Biscayne National Park
Wildflowers

The following wildflowers have been documented in the park. They have been sorted alphabetically by common name. The list is not exhaustive, and documented sightings of species not on this list are welcome. Submit your sightings to the webmaster.

Butterfly Orchid, Encyclia tempensis
Chinese Hibiscus, Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
Climbing Dayflower, Commelina diffusa
Creeping Daisy, Wedelia trilobata
Dollar Orchid, Encyclia boothiana
False Daisy, Eclipta prostrata
Leafless Bentspur Orchid, Campylocentrum pachyrrhizum
Oceanblue Morningglory, Ipomoea indica
Perfumed Spiderlily, Hymenocallis latifolia
Sea Hibiscus, Hibiscus tiliaceus
Tampa Butterfly Orchid, Encyclia tampensis

Windsurfer on Biscayne Bay  

Did You Know?
Convoy Point (home of Biscayne National Park's Dante Fascell Visitor Center) is considered one of South Florida's best windsurfing locations.

Last Updated: July 31, 2006 at 13:08 EST