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Tupelo
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Tupelo

Nyssa ogeche

Honeybees actively forage on Nyssa ogeche for its abundant nectar and pollen, contributing to the production of highly valued tupelo honey. Peak bloom occurs in April within its spring flowering window. It thrives in moist, acidic soils of coastal swamps and requires no special management beyond suitable wetland conditions.

Nectarhigh
Pollenhigh
BloomMarch–May
USDA zones7-9
TypePerennial
Sunpartial
NativeSoutheastern United States
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