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A Problem in Florida's Ecosystem
I was born and raised, and sell real estate in Daytona Beach, FL. Of course, throughout my life, I've visited South Florida many times, and am always fascinated by the obvious differences in our flora and fauna. Daytona Beach, although considered to be part of central Florida, is actually closer to the north part of the state. As such, when you spend time in the southern part of the state, you see the obvious sub-tropical (and HOT) climatic change. This change of climate is especially evident in nature.
In South Florida, there are many species of tropical plants and trees that will not grow in the Daytona Beach area. Knowing this, I'm somewhat jealous of the flowers, plants and trees that flourish in Miami, Fourt Lauderdale, Pompano, Palm Beach, West Palm, and other southern cities I've visited. I've learned the hard way that when these plants are brought just 2-4 hours north, they will not thrive. But I recently found that one of the trees I've envied is actually not just another pretty tree. What I thought was a thing of beauty is deservedly named the Strangler Fig Tree.
The Strangler Fig needs a host tree to even begin it's life. ... more

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