In my research of native Florida plants I came across something I had known, but forgot. The waxberry or bayberry can be used to make candles. I remember learning that on a field trip to St. Augustine’s Spanish quarter when I was in like fifth grade. I was a tad confused as to how this would be done, but no longer. You simply harvest the small woody berries and boil them. The wax will float to the top. I have yet to try this mind you, but soon I shall. When they are in full season, I will be able to get a sizeable harvest. The wax, I’ve heard is more brittle, and not as strong as some others, but I am willing to give it a try.