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Hexasepalum teres

Poorjoe (Hexasepalum teres) is a native landscape weed that loves Florida's sandy soils. This weed is in the coffee family and can be found worldwide.

  • Scientific Name: Hexasepalum teres
  • Common Name: Poorjoe; Rough buttonweed
  • Seasonality: Warm
  • Soil Type: Wet to dry
  • Toxicity: Non-toxic
  • Plant Growth: Winter annual
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Photos of Hexasepalum teres