Gulf Coast Research
and Education Center

CALADIUM RESEARCH

Plant City Campus

Scientists at the UF/IFAS GCREC are conducting scientific research in several areas to improve caladium tuber and plant quality and  performance in containers or in the landscape.

• Inheritance of disease and pest resistance

• Development of biotechnology for genetic improvement

• Molecular characterization of caladium species and varieties

• Best management practices, including fertilization, irrigation, fumigation, and weed control

• Integrated pest management

• Container forcing techniques