I posted in the S. Fla gardening forum and there were some differences of opinion. It was suggested to me that I post it here too . What do you think? Its in the corner of the property of the little house I rent and I know when I prune it these tiny little micro needles get me as well as sharp edges of the plant. There are little shoots that grow up out of the ground that looks like super thin bamboo ( think thickness of milkshake straw ) Not sure what those are either but they grow taller than the plant in question and you can see them in the last photo. Some of the pics were before it was pruned / cleaned up and some are after so the tree looks thinner. Also there is a fence there now so the surroundings look a little different. Thanks!

the little shoots that grow up out of the ground helped me make these. not sure if it helps identify what those are..