Coccoloba uvifera
Sea Grape
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Sea Grape (Coccoloba uvifera) - Description
Coccoloba uvifera is a species of flowering plant in the buckwheat family, Polygonaceae, that is native to coastal beaches throughout tropical America and the Caribbean, including southern Florida, the Bahamas, Barbados, Antigua and Bermuda. Common names include Seagrape and Baygrape. In late summer it bears green fruit, about 2 cm (0. 79 in) diameter, in large grape-like clusters. The fruit gradually ripen to a purplish color. Each contains a large pit that constitutes most of the volume of the fruit.
Sea Grape (Coccoloba uvifera) - Blooming
Blooms green or white flowers followed by fleshy grape-like fruits in black, brown, or purple.
Sea Grape (Coccoloba uvifera) - Growth
Dioecious, evergreen trees, shrubs, and climbers, found in tropical and subtropical regions. Coccoloba grows best in full sun, or full light, with high humidity. Sea grapes work well as hedges, ornamentals, or as street trees.
Sea Grape (Coccoloba uvifera) - Planting
Propagate from the seed in spring. Sow seeds at 70F (20C). Can also propagate Coccoloba from softwood cuttings. Softwood cuttings are cuttings taken from young, non-woody growth. Root the cuttings in a closed case, using bottom heat, in midspring.
Sea Grape (Coccoloba uvifera) - Pest
Prone to aphids, gall midges, butt rot, fungal leaf spots, tip dieback, and mushroom root rot.
Sea Grape (Coccoloba uvifera) - Interesting facts
Sea grapes are native to tropical and subtropical North, Central, and South America. They occur mainly on sandy seashores and in humid areas. C. uvifera is often cultivated for the edible fruit it produces. Only the fruits of some species of Coccoloba are edible.
Sea Grape (Coccoloba uvifera) - Soil and irrigation
Sea grapes grow best in moderately fertile soil that is moist, yet well-draining. Soil-based potting mixes with added sand work fine for indoor plants. Water liberally during the growing season, less in winter.
