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Distinguishing Giant Dewthread from Common Dewthread

Key Differences

If you have both but lost tags: Florida Giant (D. filiformis 'Florida Giant') reaches 16 inches, thicker leaves, fewer leaves, less red pigment. Northern dewthread (D. filiformis ssp. filiformis) reaches 8 inches, thinner leaves, more leaves, redder. Southern dewthread (D. filiformis ssp. tracyi) is common in Florida—confirm which you mean. Upload a clear photo for ID help.

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