Simpson Stopper (Myrcianthes fragrans) N

Simpson Stopper is a Florida native that provides your landscape with springtime flowering, colorful berries, and evergreen leaves. The look of your plant will depend on the amount of sun it gets. When planted in full sun, Simpson’s stopper forms a densely growing plant that makes a great hedge. In partial shade, the foliage is less dense, but this just affords a better view of the exfoliating bark. Generally, when grown in Florida, Simpson’s stopper can grow up to 20 feet tall depending on the growing conditions. Flowering occurs generally in April and May in Florida. The showy white flowers, which are also fragrant, are followed by orange to red berries in late summer and early fall. While these berries are edible for humans (excepting the seeds), they are not often considered palatable. It is great for attracting some wildlife darlings like butterflies, bees, and birds.