Explore Plants
Native Plant Database
Search for native plants by scientific name, common name or family. If you are not sure what you are looking for, try the Combination Search or our Recommended Species lists.
Ernodea littoralis Sw.
Coughbush, Golden creeper
Rubiaceae (Madder Family)
USDA Symbol: ERLI5
USDA Native Status: Native to U.S.
A vine-like shrub with a low stem and long, curving branches. The narrow, fleshy leaves are less than an inch long and are glossy green. They appear in clusters on branches growing from prostrate stems. Some of the leaves become partially or completely yellow. Small white and pink flowers are followed by a yellow fruit.
From the Image Gallery
No images of this plant
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: White , PinkBloom Time: Jan , Feb , Mar , Apr , May , Jun , Jul , Aug , Sep , Oct , Nov , Dec
Distribution
USA: FLNative Distribution: S. FL coast
Native Habitat: High beach ridges; pinelands (var. angusta)
USDA Native Status: L48(N), PR(N), VI(N)
Growing Conditions
Light Requirement: SunSoil Description: Sterile, well-drained soil.
Conditions Comments: Drought resistant. Requires no special attention.
From the National Suppliers Directory
According to the inventory provided by Associate Suppliers, this plant is available at the following locations:Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation Native Plant Nursery - Sanibel, FL
Bibliography
Bibref 841 - Native Alternatives to Invasive Plants (2006) Burrell, C. C.Search More Titles in Bibliography
Recommended Species Lists
Find native plant species by state. Each list contains commercially available species suitable for gardens and planned landscapes. Once you have selected a collection, you can browse the collection or search within it using the combination search.
View Recommended Species pageAdditional resources
USDA: Find Ernodea littoralis in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Ernodea littoralis in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Ernodea littoralis
Metadata
Record Modified: 2007-01-01Research By: TWC Staff
