Spanish Stopper
Eugenia foetida

Spanish Stopper
Eugenia foetida

The Spanish Stopper is a hardy, evergreen native tree known for its small, glossy green leaves, smooth gray bark, and compact, upright growth habit. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, it tolerates a wide range of soil conditions and offers excellent resistance to heat, drought, wind, and coastal environments. With its neat form, subtle white flowers, and strong durability, the Spanish Stopper is ideal for shade, screening, and Florida-friendly landscape designs seeking a low-maintenance native tree.
Colors
Maintenance
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Growth Habit
10-15ft
Native
Native
Hardiness Zone
Zones 9-11
Soil PH
5.5-7.5 PH
Salt Tolerance
Medium
Sun Exposure
Partial Shade
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance
Medium