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Coccoloba uvifera

Family Polygonaceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   9a - 11   RHS:   FH - FT   EGF:   H5 - G2   Australia:   3 - 5  
Care Level
Height 6 - 15 m (20 - 50 ft)
Spread 6 - 9 m (20 - 30 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral to alkaline

Description The tree Coccoloba uvifera (sea grape) is repeat-blooming and bears white and fragrant flowers during mid spring to early fall. The showy glossy foliage is bright red and olive in colour, bold in texture and evergreen. Coccoloba uvifera (sea grape) bears showy fruit. This plant has showy, multi-coloured and smooth bark. A specimen plant, Coccoloba uvifera (sea grape) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Container, culinary, fruit, hedge, shade, specimen, street planting, screening, topiary and tropical.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Coccoloba uvifera tolerates drought, compacted soil, pollution and salt. This tree attracts birds to your garden.